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Transmission Engineer roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field. Utilities, independent power producers, and grid operators regularly sponsor H-1B visa petitions for these positions, with LCA filings covering both transmission planning and protection engineering specializations.
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Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Locations: Saint Marys, PA
Additional Locations: Saint Marys, PA; Dubois, PA; Clearfield, PA
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 229301
Position Overview
Build Your Career Outdoors with an Employee-Owned Industry Leader!
Take ownership of your future with one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation. At Davey Resource Group, our employees are owners, innovators, and environmental stewards working together to protect critical infrastructure and natural resources.
Davey Resource Group combines cutting-edge technology with field expertise to support major electric utilities in delivering safe, reliable power while protecting ecosystems. If you’re an experienced vegetation management professional who enjoys working independently, leading others, and solving problems in the field, this is an opportunity to take the next step in your career.
As a Vegetation Management professional, you will play a key role in maintaining safe and reliable utility infrastructure while protecting natural resources.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting vegetation inspections and assessments along electric utility transmission rights-of-way
- Identifying tree and brush management needs and developing or recommending appropriate treatment plans
- Using GIS mapping, GPS, and mobile technology to collect, document, and maintain accurate field data
- Evaluating terrain, habitat, environmental conditions, and vegetation hazards within project areas
- Operating an ATV to safely and efficiently access remote or difficult-to-reach transmission corridors
- Extensive travel required throughout the assigned territory to conduct inspections and support project needs
- Communicating with project managers, planners, utility representatives, landowners, and field crews
- Providing direction, leadership, and field support to team members as needed
- Helping coordinate vegetation management activities and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications
- Identifying potential issues in the field and taking initiative to resolve or escalate them appropriately
- Supporting utility compliance, reliability, and public safety objectives
What We're Looking For
We’re seeking an experienced vegetation management professional who is confident working independently and has the knowledge and leadership skills necessary to manage field responsibilities.
Required Qualifications:
- Previous transmission utility vegetation management experience
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage field assignments with minimal supervision
- Experience operating an ATV in field environments
- Strong knowledge of tree identification, pruning practices, vegetation management, and utility rights-of-way
- Ability to read and interpret GIS maps and spatial data
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritize work, make sound field decisions, and effectively manage competing responsibilities
- Demonstrated leadership ability, including experience providing direction, guidance, or mentorship to others
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Ability to operate a 4x4 vehicle and travel extensively throughout the service area
- Ability to work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions
- Comfortable using tablets, GPS / GIS applications, and other mobile technology
Preferred Qualifications:
- ISA Certified Arborist®
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, or a related field
Additional Information
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Davey provides a supportive environment where employees can grow professionally while enjoying outstanding benefits.
Compensation & Perks
- $28 - 35 per hour based on experience, education, and certifications
- Company vehicle for commuting and field work
- Company-provided cell phone
Career Development
- Industry-leading training through the Davey Institute of Tree Science
- Mentorship from experienced forestry and vegetation management professionals
- Clear career pathways for advancement
Comprehensive Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Paid time off, holidays, and paid parental leave
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 15% stock discount
- Employee referral bonus program
- Educational scholarship program for employees and their families
- Charitable gift matching
- Discounts on Davey services and select products (including vehicle and cell phone programs)
About Davey Resource Group
Davey Resource Group, a division of Davey Tree Expert Company, is a national leader in natural resource consulting, environmental services, and utility vegetation management. Our teams include arborists, foresters, horticulturists, and environmental professionals committed to protecting the landscapes where we live and work.
Our Values
At Davey, our work is guided by six core values:
Safety / Integrity / Expertise / Leadership / Stewardship / Perseverance
Additional Information
Pre-employment drug screening (including marijuana), background check, and Social Security verification are required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Davey Tree Expert Company is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.
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: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 75%
Transmission Consulting Utility Forester
Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Locations: Saint Marys, PA
Additional Locations: Saint Marys, PA; Dubois, PA; Clearfield, PA
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 229301
Position Overview
Build Your Career Outdoors with an Employee-Owned Industry Leader!
Take ownership of your future with one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation. At Davey Resource Group, our employees are owners, innovators, and environmental stewards working together to protect critical infrastructure and natural resources.
Davey Resource Group combines cutting-edge technology with field expertise to support major electric utilities in delivering safe, reliable power while protecting ecosystems. If you’re an experienced vegetation management professional who enjoys working independently, leading others, and solving problems in the field, this is an opportunity to take the next step in your career.
As a Vegetation Management professional, you will play a key role in maintaining safe and reliable utility infrastructure while protecting natural resources.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting vegetation inspections and assessments along electric utility transmission rights-of-way
- Identifying tree and brush management needs and developing or recommending appropriate treatment plans
- Using GIS mapping, GPS, and mobile technology to collect, document, and maintain accurate field data
- Evaluating terrain, habitat, environmental conditions, and vegetation hazards within project areas
- Operating an ATV to safely and efficiently access remote or difficult-to-reach transmission corridors
- Extensive travel required throughout the assigned territory to conduct inspections and support project needs
- Communicating with project managers, planners, utility representatives, landowners, and field crews
- Providing direction, leadership, and field support to team members as needed
- Helping coordinate vegetation management activities and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications
- Identifying potential issues in the field and taking initiative to resolve or escalate them appropriately
- Supporting utility compliance, reliability, and public safety objectives
What We're Looking For
We’re seeking an experienced vegetation management professional who is confident working independently and has the knowledge and leadership skills necessary to manage field responsibilities.
Required Qualifications:
- Previous transmission utility vegetation management experience
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage field assignments with minimal supervision
- Experience operating an ATV in field environments
- Strong knowledge of tree identification, pruning practices, vegetation management, and utility rights-of-way
- Ability to read and interpret GIS maps and spatial data
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritize work, make sound field decisions, and effectively manage competing responsibilities
- Demonstrated leadership ability, including experience providing direction, guidance, or mentorship to others
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Ability to operate a 4x4 vehicle and travel extensively throughout the service area
- Ability to work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions
- Comfortable using tablets, GPS / GIS applications, and other mobile technology
Preferred Qualifications:
- ISA Certified Arborist®
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, or a related field
Additional Information
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Davey provides a supportive environment where employees can grow professionally while enjoying outstanding benefits.
Compensation & Perks
- $28 - 35 per hour based on experience, education, and certifications
- Company vehicle for commuting and field work
- Company-provided cell phone
Career Development
- Industry-leading training through the Davey Institute of Tree Science
- Mentorship from experienced forestry and vegetation management professionals
- Clear career pathways for advancement
Comprehensive Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Paid time off, holidays, and paid parental leave
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 15% stock discount
- Employee referral bonus program
- Educational scholarship program for employees and their families
- Charitable gift matching
- Discounts on Davey services and select products (including vehicle and cell phone programs)
About Davey Resource Group
Davey Resource Group, a division of Davey Tree Expert Company, is a national leader in natural resource consulting, environmental services, and utility vegetation management. Our teams include arborists, foresters, horticulturists, and environmental professionals committed to protecting the landscapes where we live and work.
Our Values
At Davey, our work is guided by six core values:
Safety / Integrity / Expertise / Leadership / Stewardship / Perseverance
Additional Information
Pre-employment drug screening (including marijuana), background check, and Social Security verification are required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Davey Tree Expert Company is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.
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: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 75%
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Transmission Engineer
Align your credentials with USCIS specialty occupation standards
Your degree must be in electrical engineering, power systems, or a directly related field. A general engineering degree paired with transmission-specific coursework or a professional engineer license strengthens the specialty occupation argument in your I-129 petition.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark prevailing wages
Look up your target metro area and SOC code for Transmission Engineers before negotiating your offer. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage, so knowing Level I through Level IV rates prevents costly offer mismatches.
Target employers with active NERC reliability compliance programs
Grid operators, Regional Transmission Organizations, and investor-owned utilities file H-1B petitions regularly for transmission roles. Their regulatory obligations under NERC standards create sustained demand for specialist engineers that one-off project firms don't replicate.
Search Migrate Mate for verified H-1B filing history by employer
Filter by transmission or power systems engineering roles to see which utilities and grid operators have active LCA filings. DOL Labor Condition Application data shows you which employers have sponsored these roles recently, not just who posts job listings.
Negotiate cap-gap protection before your OPT end date
If you're on OPT and your H-1B is selected in the lottery, your cap-gap automatically extends work authorization through September 30. Confirm your employer will submit the I-129 petition before your OPT expires so USCIS can issue a receipt notice covering the gap.
Clarify whether your role qualifies for premium processing
USCIS offers 15-business-day adjudication for I-129 petitions via premium processing. For transmission engineering positions tied to project start dates or substation energization schedules, ask your employer whether they'll elect premium processing to avoid costly schedule delays.
H-1B Visa Transmission Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Transmission Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Transmission Engineer positions qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they typically require at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, power systems, or a closely related field. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties, not just the title, so your employer's petition should document that the role requires theoretical and practical application of highly specialized engineering knowledge.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Transmission Engineers?
Investor-owned utilities, Regional Transmission Organizations, independent system operators, federal power agencies, and large engineering consulting firms are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for transmission roles. These employers have ongoing regulatory and infrastructure obligations that create multi-year demand. You can identify verified sponsors by reviewing LCA filing history on Migrate Mate before applying.
What SOC code applies to Transmission Engineers for LCA purposes?
Transmission Engineers are most commonly filed under SOC 17-2071 (Electrical Engineers) or 17-2199 (Engineers, All Other) depending on the specific duties. Your employer selects the code when filing the LCA with DOL, and the prevailing wage is tied to that code and the work location's wage level. Check O*NET to confirm which classification best matches your job duties before your employer files.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new transmission employer mid-project?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you change employers after your petition has been pending for 180 days, as long as the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. For Transmission Engineers, moving between utilities or from a utility to an RTO generally qualifies, but your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before or at the time you start.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect transmission engineering offers?
Your employer must pay you at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code, experience level, and work location. Transmission engineering wages vary significantly between rural utility territories and major grid hubs. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your target location before accepting an offer, since a below-prevailing-wage offer cannot be corrected after the LCA is filed.