Line-Clearance Tree Climber

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

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking a Tree Trimmer to perform trimming, clearing, and removal of trees along electric power lines and rights of way. A Tree Trimmer climbs trees to reach branches interfering with electric lines using climbing equipment.

A valid Driver License is preferred, and a pesticide license would be beneficial but not mandatory. Travel across varying states is required as work locations change with contracts; overtime is common.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months verifiable experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance.
• Knowledge of chainsaw safety and rope and rigging techniques.
• Valid driver's license preferred; pesticide license beneficial but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming, clearing, and removal along electric power lines and right of ways.
• Climb trees to reach branches interfering with lines using climbing equipment.
• Operate chain saws, pruners, brush chipper and possibly a bucket truck.

Skills

Climbing trees

Chainsaw safety

Roping & rigging

Driver's license

Tools

Chainsaw

Brush chipper

Bucket truck

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking a Tree Trimmer to perform trimming, clearing, and removal of trees along electric power lines and rights of way. A Tree Trimmer climbs trees to reach branches interfering with electric lines using climbing equipment.

A valid Driver License is preferred, and a pesticide license would be beneficial but not mandatory. Travel across varying states is required as work locations change with contracts; overtime is common.