Line-Clearing Tree Climber & Cutter (Travel Required)

Penn Line Service, Inc.; Jeannette (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service is hiring a Tree Trimmer to trim, clear, and remove vegetation along electrical rights of way. The role involves climbing to reach branches, using chainsaws and rigging, and may include operating a bucket truck.

Candidates should have at least 6 months of utility line clearance experience, a valid driver license or CDL preferred, and may benefit from a pesticide license. Travel across PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of verifiable experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance.
• Valid Driver License and/or CDL preferred.
• Pesticide license beneficial but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming, clearing, and removal along electric power lines and rights of way.
• Climb trees to reach branches interfering with lines using climbing equipment.
• Operate chain saws, pruners, and brush chippers; may operate an aerial lift device (bucket truck).
• Travel to various states (PA, MD, OH, VA, WV) as required by contract.

Skills

Chainsaw safety

Roping & rigging

Driver license

CDL (preferred)

Tools

Bucket truck

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service is hiring a Tree Trimmer to trim, clear, and remove vegetation along electrical rights of way. The role involves climbing to reach branches, using chainsaws and rigging, and may include operating a bucket truck.

Candidates should have at least 6 months of utility line clearance experience, a valid driver license or CDL preferred, and may benefit from a pesticide license. Travel across PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV is required.