Line Clearance Groundhand: Travel & Storm Duty

Pennline; Lexington, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service is seeking a Groundhand to assist crews in clearing trees and branches that interfere with communication and electric power lines. Responsibilities include hoisting tools, guiding ladders, cutting brush, loading debris, and flagging traffic as needed.

A valid driver’s license or CDL is preferred; travel across multiple states is required as work locations vary by contract demands. The company emphasizes a drug-free workplace and equal opportunity.

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 or tackle.
• Saw, cut, mulching brush, and load debris onto trucks.
• Flag traffic using stop/slow paddle and two-way radio.

Skills

Physically fit

Driving

Tools

Chainsaw

Chipper

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service is seeking a Groundhand to assist crews in clearing trees and branches that interfere with communication and electric power lines. Responsibilities include hoisting tools, guiding ladders, cutting brush, loading debris, and flagging traffic as needed.

A valid driver’s license or CDL is preferred; travel across multiple states is required as work locations vary by contract demands. The company emphasizes a drug-free workplace and equal opportunity.