Traveling Utility Tree Climber & Trimmer

Penn Line Service, Inc.; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Drug-Free Workplace

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 climbing equipment, chainsaws, pruners, and a bucket truck when needed.

You will travel across PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV, with a schedule of 4-10 hour days, plus mandatory overtime and occasional emergency storm duty. The job is a drug-free workplace and candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 6 months verifiable experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance.
• Knowledge of chainsaw safety and roping & rigging techniques.
• Valid driver license 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 electric lines using climbing equipment.
• Operate chain saws, pruners, brush chipper and may operate an aerial lift (bucket truck).
• Work schedule includes 4-10 hour days with mandatory overtime and emergency storm duty as needed.
• Travel required across PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV; work locations change with contract demands.

Skills

Chainsaw safety

Roping & rigging

Tree climbing

Driver license / CDL

Vegetation management knowledge

Tools

Chainsaw

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 climbing equipment, chainsaws, pruners, and a bucket truck when needed.

You will travel across PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV, with a schedule of 4-10 hour days, plus mandatory overtime and occasional emergency storm duty. The job is a drug-free workplace and candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.