Environmental Scientist
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Job Location:
Nashville, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
24-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Company:Davey Resource Group Inc.
Locations:Nashville TN
Additional Locations:NA
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:216990
Position Overview
Davey Resource Group Inc. is actively seeking a self-motivated organized and dedicated individual to join our team in Nashville as an Environmental Scientist. DRG is seeking an Environmental Scientist who has a strong GIS and environmental data science background has a background in stream and wetland science and possesses a working knowledge of federal and state water resource and water quality regulations (e.g. Section 404 Clean Water Act Permitting Section 401 Water Quality Certifications). Proximity to the Nashville TN area is preferable with the ability to perform work throughout Tennessee and adjoining states as necessary.
This is a full-time salaried position with anticipated minimum of 40 hours per week. Compensation will be dependent upon the experience of the selected individual.
What We Offer: *
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Yearly salary starting at $60000 based on experience.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
- Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
- Group Health Plan.
- Provision of a cell phone or cell phone reimbursement.
- Reimbursement of work-related expenses as appropriate.
- Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.
- Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
- Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
- The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
- Charitable matching gift program.
- And a supportive and friendly work environment.
*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.
What Youll Do:
Primary work duties of this position will include but are not limited to:
- Natural resource assessments.
- Technical report writing.
- Section 404 Clean Water Act permitting (and related 401 Water Quality).
- The creation of customized maps.
- Compiling and integrating field data into map deliverables.
- Managing GIS data.
- GIS scripting and environmental monitoring and reporting (software that are predominantly used for these applications are ArcGIS Professional ArcGIS Online and QGIS).
- Work more directly with clients.
- Represent the company and the client at professional meetings.
What Were Looking For:
An individual must be able to perform each essential job duty consistently and satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required.
- Minimum of a Bachelor degree in Natural Resource Sciences or a related field.
- Required: Course work training or commensurate applied experience in GIS software including ArcGIS Pro and/or open source GIS alternatives.
- Required: Candidates should possess skills in using office software (Microsoft Word/Excel/Google Docs etc.) multi-tasking and working cooperatively in a team environment.
- Required: Candidates should posses strong communication skills and a desire to work with others in a team setting.
- Required: Candidates should also be comfortable with working outside (primarily woods) and in difficult (e.g. hot or remote) field conditions and be willing to travel.
- Required: Drivers license along with a clean driving record.
- Preferred: 2 or more years of experience in performing GIS work and using GIS equipment.
- Preferred: Additional coursework in wetland science fisheries geology biology or ecology.
- Preferred: Prior experience in wetland delineation Section 404/401 permitting and TDEC permitting (particularly with demonstrated experience in Tennessee).
- Preferred: Experience with wetland delineations native plant identification and soil profile descriptions
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.
Divisional Overview
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 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 theres a place for you at Davey. To learn more visit .
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- or at .
Employment Type:Permanent
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
Key Skills
- ArcGIS
- GIS
- Microsoft Access
- Data Collection
- Environmental Services
- Technical Writing
- Stream and River Restoration
- OSHA
- Customer relationship management
- Auto Restoration
- Toxicology Experience
- Writing Skills
About Company
With over 130 years of experience, you can rely on Davey’s safe, professional tree services for your home, like tree trimming, tree health inspections, tree removal, tree fertilization, and cabling and bracing. Find a local office near you to schedule a free tree consultation today.
