Tree Climber/Trimmer

Nexxt, Inc.; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in vegetation management is seeking a skilled Tree Trimmer to perform tree trimming and removal along electric power lines. The ideal candidate will operate chainsaws and other equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency. Flexibility to travel across multiple states is required. Join a dynamic team committed to maintaining safe and clear power lines.

Benefits

Drug-Free Workplace

Encouragement for Minorities and Females to Apply

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of verifiable experience in utility line clearance and/or residential tree clearance.
• Pesticide license beneficial but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming, clearing, and removal of trees along electric power lines.
• Climb trees to reach branches interfering with electric lines.

Skills

Chainsaw Safety

Roping and Rigging Techniques

Climbing

Education

Valid Driver License

CDL License

Tools

Chainsaws

Pruners

Brush Chippers

Aerial Lift Device

Job description

Job Description: A Tree Trimmer's primary responsibility is to perform tree trimming, clearing, and removal of trees along electric power lines and rights of way. A Tree Trimmer climbs trees to reach branches interfering with electric lines while using climbing equipment. A Tree Trimmer must have knowledge of chainsaw safety, and roping and rigging techniques. A Tree Trimmer also operates chainsaws, pruners, brush chippers, and may be called upon to operate an aerial lift device (bucket truck).

A skilled Tree Climber/Trimmer should have at least 6 months of verifiable experience in utility line clearance and/or residential tree clearance settings. A valid Driver License and/or CDL License is preferred. We also specialize in Vegetation Management, so a pesticide license would be beneficial but is not mandatory.

Work Schedule:

1. 4 - 10 hour days, either Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday with periods of mandatory overtime.
2. Employees are required to work emergency storm duty as needed.

Rate of Pay:

Varies depending on skills and experience.

Work Area:

Travel required throughout various states including PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV. Candidates must be flexible to travel when called upon since work locations are subject to change upon short notice based on contract demands.

Company Information:

Penn Line Tree Service is a multi-state specialty contractor based in Scottdale, PA. Our tree division, which specializes in line clearance work, employs over 1300 employees who work year-round. More information can be found on our website at ~~~.

Additional Information:

• We are a Drug-Free Workplace.
• We encourage minorities and females to apply.
• Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at Phone: ~~~ ext:151.
• In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job related disability, or any other protected group status.
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