Line Clearance Tree Climber/Trimmer – Travel & Overtime

Penn Line Service, Inc.; Clarksburg (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service is seeking a Tree Trimmer to trim, clear, and remove trees along electric power lines and rights-of-way. The role requires climbing to reach branches and using chainsaws with rope and rigging techniques. CDL preferred and valid license recommended.

Work schedule features 4-10 hour days with overtime and potential emergency storm duty. Travel across PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV may be required; the company emphasizes safety and a drug-free workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance setting preferred.
• Must have knowledge of chainsaw safety and rigging techniques.
• Valid driver license or CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees to trim, clear, and remove branches interfering with electric lines.
• Operate chain saws, pruners, brush chipper; assist with rope and rigging.
• Travel to various states as required by contracts; perform emergency storm duty when needed.

Skills

Tree trimming

Line clearance

Climbing

CDL (preferred)

Tools

Chain saws

Pruners

Brush chipper

Bucket truck

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service is seeking a Tree Trimmer to trim, clear, and remove trees along electric power lines and rights-of-way. The role requires climbing to reach branches and using chainsaws with rope and rigging techniques. CDL preferred and valid license recommended.

Work schedule features 4-10 hour days with overtime and potential emergency storm duty. Travel across PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV may be required; the company emphasizes safety and a drug-free workplace.