About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Scientific & QA.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position overview

Confidential client is hiring multiple full-time Utility Vegetation Inspectors to support utility rights-of-way and vegetation management work in and around Virginia Beach, VA. This field-focused role combines outdoor inspections, GIS/mobile data collection, and collaboration with planners and field crews to help maintain safe, reliable utility infrastructure and protect natural resources.

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What You’ll Do

• Conduct vegetation inspections and assessments along utility rights-of-way
• Identify tree and brush management needs and recommend treatment plans
• Support Integrated Vegetation Management (IVM) and other environmental projects
• Use GIS mapping and mobile technology to collect and document field data
• Evaluate terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions in project areas
• Collaborate with planners, project managers, and field crews to implement vegetation solutions
• Help utilities maintain compliance, reliability, and public safety

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What You’ll Need

Required

• Passion for working outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions
• Ability to read and interpret GIS maps and spatial data
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable using mobile technology
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to operate a 4x4 vehicle and travel within the service area (travel up to 50%)
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, local tree species identification and growth patterns

Preferred

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, or related field
• Utility vegetation management or right-of-way experience
• ISA Certified Arborist® (or working toward certification)
• Leadership experience and interest in career advancement

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $22 – $27 per hour (based on experience, education, and certifications)
• Company vehicle for commuting and field work
• Company-provided cell phone
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off, holidays, and paid parental leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan, employee referral bonuses, educational scholarships, and other discounts/perks

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Career development & training

• Industry-leading training via the company’s training institute
• Mentorship from experienced forestry and vegetation management professionals
• Clear paths for advancement into specialized or leadership roles

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Additional information & requirements

• Employment type: Full-time, permanent
• Travel expectations: Up to 50%
• Pre-employment drug screening (including marijuana), background check, and Social Security verification required
• Reasonable accommodations available for candidates with disabilities as required by law

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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