Groundhand - Tree Line Clearance, Travel & OT

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc.; Chardon (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking a Groundhand to support crews clearing trees and debris along power and communications lines. You will hoist tools, position ladders, and assist with loading trunks for transport.

The role requires physical outdoor work, travel across multiple states, and potential overtime or storm duty. CDL/license and teamwork are important, with a focus on safety.

Qualifications

• Physically able to perform outdoor manual tasks.
• Ability to work with crews under varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel as required by contract demands.

Responsibilities

• Assist crews in clearing trees and branches near power and communication lines.
• Hoist tools/equipment to crew members.
• Lower branches with rope or block and tackle.
• Position and steady ladders for safe access.
• Saw and cut branches as needed.
• Load debris and trunks onto trucks; chip brush as applicable.
• Carry chainsaws, gas cans, and oil jugs.
• Move and drag brush and limbs, including mulching where applicable.
• Flag traffic using stop/slow paddle and two-way radio.

Skills

Tree clearing

Ladder safety

Heavy lifting

Teamwork

Tools

Winch

Chipper

Chainsaw

Rigging gear

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking a Groundhand to support crews clearing trees and debris along power and communications lines. You will hoist tools, position ladders, and assist with loading trunks for transport.

The role requires physical outdoor work, travel across multiple states, and potential overtime or storm duty. CDL/license and teamwork are important, with a focus on safety.