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Natural Resources Technician

The Davey Tree Expert Company
Asheville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026
Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.

Locations: Asheville, NC, Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC, Knoxville, TN

Additional Locations: Throughout North Carolina

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 224285

Position Overview

POSITION LOCATION: North Carolina

Project Length: 6-9 months,travel costs covered and per diem provided

  • This is an on-call position. When on project you can expect to go back home at least once per month*

Take ownership of your future. Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation while growing your career in a dynamic industry! Davey Resource Group, Inc. has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in utility and environmental services.

The Davey Resource Group is looking to hire 2 on-call Natural Resources Technicians to support our disaster restoration efforts in North Carolina. This is an on-call position with an estimated project length of 6-9 months. Travel costs will be covered and per diem awarded. When on project you can expect to go back home at least once per month.

What you'll do:

  • Using GIS to collect specific plot data.
  • Hike 15 miles over rugged terrain, on and off trail.
  • Work independently and in small groups.
  • Use resources such as botanical keys and/or plant association guides to identify trees, seeds, and cones.
  • Update digital maps and spreadsheets on a regular basis.
  • Edit and clean data as needed.

What you'll need:

  • Authorization to work in the U.S.
  • Hold a current U.S. drivers license with a clean driving record.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
  • Ability to identify tree species and plant communities in the eastern United States.
  • Ability to hike through rough, uneven forested terrain for long periods of time.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Enjoy working with a high level of autonomy and flexibility.
  • Attention to detail and problem solving with little to no supervision.

What we offer:

  • The opportunity to work in America’s great outdoors with teammates that will support your professional growth and managers who empower.
  • Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers through the Davey Institute of Tree Science.
  • A company vehicle for commuting purposes & cell phone.
  • Competitive wages based on qualifications and experience.

Additional Information:

At Davey, our values are our compass and core to everything we do. Davey Resource Group values itself on Safety, Integrity, Expertise, Leadership, Stewardship, and Perseverance. Pre-employment drug screen (marijuana included) and background check required.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

ACCOMODATIONS: If requested by an employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Company Overview

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Davey Resource Group, Inc., is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.

Employment Type: Temporary

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 100%

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