Groundhand

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc.; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Drug-free workplace

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking a Groundhand to support line-clearance crews across varied sites in the United States. You will assist with clearing vegetation near power and communication lines, hoisting tools, and preparing work areas in outdoor conditions.

Responsibilities include handling chainsaws, operating a chipper, loading debris, and traveling to job sites as needed. A valid driver’s license is preferred and willingness to travel is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires valid driver’s license; CDL preferred.
• Must be able to travel across multiple states as needed.
• Physical stamina for outdoor/manual work and lifting.

Responsibilities

• Assist crews in clearing trees and branches near lines.
• Hoist tools and equipment to crew members; position and steady ladders.
• Saw, cut, load debris and brush; operate or assist with chipper.

Skills

Driver's license

CDL preferred

Travel readiness

Physical stamina

Tools

Chainsaws

Chipper

Winch

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