Groundhand - Line Clearance & Tree Crew (Travel Ready)

Penn Line Service, Inc.; Ohio; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service is seeking a Groundhand to support crews in clearing trees and branches that interfere with power and communication lines. The role involves hoisting tools, positioning ladders, cutting brush, and loading debris onto trucks, with occasional flagging of traffic and travel across multiple states.

Work schedules are 4-10 hour days with overtime as needed, and a valid driver’s license or CDL is preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License and/or CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist crews in clearing trees and branches that interfere with lines.
• Hoist tools and equipment to crew members and lower branches with rope.
• Position ladders, saw and cut branches, load debris and trunks onto trucks.
• Carry chainsaws, gas cans and oil jugs; operate winch and chipper as needed.
• May flag traffic with stop/slow paddle and two-way radio.

Skills

Driver's License/CDL

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service is seeking a Groundhand to support crews in clearing trees and branches that interfere with power and communication lines. The role involves hoisting tools, positioning ladders, cutting brush, and loading debris onto trucks, with occasional flagging of traffic and travel across multiple states.

Work schedules are 4-10 hour days with overtime as needed, and a valid driver’s license or CDL is preferred.