Electric Line Clearance Tree Climber & Trimmer

Penn Line Service; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service in Scottdale, PA is seeking a Tree Trimmer to perform trimming, clearing and removal along electric power lines and right of ways. Climbing is required to reach branches, using safety practices, chainsaws, and rigging techniques.

A valid CDL/license is preferred and travel across several states is common. The role offers overtime during periods of high demand or emergencies, with a drug-free workplace and opportunities for experienced candidates to contribute to vegetation

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of verifiable experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance.
• Valid Driver License preferred; pesticide license beneficial but not mandatory.
• Ability to travel and work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming, clearing and removal along electric power lines and rights of way.
• Climb trees using climbing equipment and apply chainsaw, rope and rigging techniques.
• Operate chain saws, pruners, brush chippers and potentially aerial lift devices as needed.
• Travel across PA, MD, OH, VA, WV with periods of overtime and storm duty.

Skills

Tree trimming

Climbing

Chainsaw safety

Rigging techniques

Tools

Chainsaw

Pruner

Brush chipper

Bucket truck

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service in Scottdale, PA is seeking a Tree Trimmer to perform trimming, clearing and removal along electric power lines and right of ways. Climbing is required to reach branches, using safety practices, chainsaws, and rigging techniques.

A valid CDL/license is preferred and travel across several states is common. The role offers overtime during periods of high demand or emergencies, with a drug-free workplace and opportunities for experienced candidates to contribute to vegetation