Groundhand

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc.; Ashtabula (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking a Groundhand to support crews clearing trees and branches near power and communication lines. You will hoist tools, position ladders, and assist with loading debris and branches for transport, while also flagging traffic when required on job sites across multiple states.

Travel is a core part of the role, with assignments throughout PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV. A valid driver’s license is preferred or required, and the position may include overtime during

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks.
• Able to operate hand tools and equipment as directed.
• Must have reliable transportation to job sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist crews in clearing trees and branches that interfere with lines.
• Hoist tools and equipment to crew members.
• Lower branches with rope or tackle; position and steady ladders.
• Saw, cut, and mulch brush; load debris onto trucks.
• Carry chainsaws, gas cans, and oil jugs.
• Flag traffic using stop/slow paddle and two-way radio.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Willingness to Travel

Physical fitness

Job description

Job Description: A Groundhand's primary responsibility is to assist crews in clearing trees and branches that interfere with communication lines and electric power lines. Other duties include hoisting tools and equipment to crew members and lowering branches with rope or block and tackle; positioning and steadying ladders; sawing and cutting up branches; loading debris, tree trunks and limbs onto trucks (using winch and chipping brush with chipper); carrying chainsaws; carrying gas cans and oil jugs; cutting, dragging, and mulching brush. May also flag traffic utilizing stop/slow paddle and two-way radio. A Valid Driver's License and/or CDL License is preferred.

Work Schedule: 4 -10 HR days, either; Monday thru Thursday or Tuesday thru Friday with periods of mandatory overtime. Employees are also required to work emergency storm duty as need arises.

Rate of Pay: Varies depending upon Skills and Experience.

Work Area: Travel required throughout various states including PA, MD, OH, VA, & WV Candidates must be flexible to travel when called upon since work locations are subject to change upon short notice based on contract demands.

Penn Line Tree Service is a multi-state specialty contractor based in Scottdale, PA. Our tree division, which specializes in line clearance work, employs over 1300 employees who work on a year round basis. You can locate more information on our website at www.pennline.com.

We are a Drug-Free Workplace.

We encourage minorities and females to apply.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: [phone] ext:151

In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are
considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital
status, veteran status, non-job related disability, or any other protected group status