Line Clearance Tree Climber – Travel & Overtime

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc.; Waldorf (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking a Tree Trimmer to trim, clear, and remove trees along electric power lines and rights-of-way. The role requires climbing trees with appropriate gear and operating chainsaws, pruners, and related equipment. Travel to multiple states is expected, with overtime and storm duty as needed.

Experience in utility line clearance is preferred, and a valid driver license or CDL is beneficial. A pesticide license is advantageous but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• 6 months verifiable experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance.
• Valid Driver License or CDL preferred.
• Pesticide license beneficial but not mandatory.
• Willingness to travel across multiple states and work in varying locations.

Responsibilities

• Trim, clear, and remove trees along electric power lines and rights-of-way.
• Climb trees to reach branches near lines using climbing gear.
• Operate chainsaws, pruners, brush chipper, and possibly a bucket truck.
• Work overtime and emergency storm duty as required.

Skills

Tree climbing

Chainsaw safety

Roping & rigging

Heavy equipment operation

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Tools

Chainsaw

Pruners

Brush chipper

Bucket truck

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking a Tree Trimmer to trim, clear, and remove trees along electric power lines and rights-of-way. The role requires climbing trees with appropriate gear and operating chainsaws, pruners, and related equipment. Travel to multiple states is expected, with overtime and storm duty as needed.

Experience in utility line clearance is preferred, and a valid driver license or CDL is beneficial. A pesticide license is advantageous but not mandatory.