Groundhand

Pennline; Selinsgrove (Snyder County); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Drug-Free Workplace

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service is seeking a Groundhand to support line clearance crews across multiple states. You will assist with clearing trees and branches, hoist tools, set ladders, and help load debris for transport. The role requires physical stamina and readiness for extended travel with crews.

Overtime and emergency storm duty are part of the schedule. A valid driver’s license is preferred, and the company promotes a drug-free workplace with equal opportunity for all applicants.

Qualifications

• Must be physically capable of lifting and managing heavy materials outdoors.
• Valid driver’s license and CDL preferred for multi-state travel.
• Willingness to travel across PA, MD, OH, VA and WV as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist crews by clearing trees and branches interfering with lines.
• Hoist tools, position ladders, and guide debris onto trucks.
• Saw, cut, mulch brush and drag equipment as needed.
• Flag traffic when required and maintain radio communications.
• Maintain readiness for overtime and emergency storm duty.

Skills

Physical stamina

Valid driver’s license

Travel readiness

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
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