Traveling Utility Line Climber/Trimmer

Penn Line Service, Inc.; Cumberland (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service is seeking a Tree Trimmer to perform tree trimming, clearing and removal along electric power lines and rights of way. You will climb and rig branches using proper climbing gear and operate chain saws and pruners in a vegetation management environment.

Travel across various states is required; overtime and emergency storm duty may be necessary. A valid driver license or CDL is preferred, and pesticide licensure is beneficial but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance setting (minimum 6 months).
• Valid Driver License and/or CDL preferred.
• Pesticide license beneficial but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming, clearing and removal along power lines and rights of way.
• Climb trees to reach branches interfering with electric lines using climbing equipment.
• Operate chain saws, pruners and related tools in vegetation management.
• May operate aerial lift device and perform related rigging and safety procedures.

Skills

Tree climber

Safety awareness

Tools

Chain saws

Pruners

Brush chipper

Aerial lift (bucket truck)

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service is seeking a Tree Trimmer to perform tree trimming, clearing and removal along electric power lines and rights of way. You will climb and rig branches using proper climbing gear and operate chain saws and pruners in a vegetation management environment.

Travel across various states is required; overtime and emergency storm duty may be necessary. A valid driver license or CDL is preferred, and pesticide licensure is beneficial but not mandatory.