Tree Climber/Trimmer

Penn Line Service, Inc.; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-state specialty contractor is seeking a Tree Trimmer in Martinsburg, WV. The role involves trimming, clearing, and removing trees along electric power lines. Candidates should have at least 6 months of experience and knowledge of chainsaw safety. The job requires climbing and operating climbing equipment. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and more. The position is full-time with a variable pay rate based on skills and experience.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 6 months' verifiable experience in utility line clearance and/or residential tree clearance setting.
• Knowledge of chainsaw safety and roping & rigging techniques is essential.
• Ability to operate climbing equipment and aerial lift device preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming, clearing, and removal of trees along electric power lines.
• Climb trees to reach branches interfering with electric lines using climbing equipment.
• Respond to emergency storm duty as needed.

Skills

Chainsaw safety

Roping & rigging techniques

Climbing equipment

Operating aerial lift device

Education

Valid Driver License/CDL License

Tools

Chainsaw

Pruners

Brush chipper

Job description

Overview

A Tree Trimmer's primary responsibility is to perform tree trimming, clearing, and removal of trees along electric power lines and right of ways. 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 & rigging techniques. A Tree Trimmer also operates chain saws, pruners, brush chipper and may be called upon to operate an aerial lift device (bucket truck). A skilled Tree Climber/Trimmer should have at least 6 months' verifiable experience in a utility line clearance and/or residential tree clearance setting. A Valid Driver License and/or CDL License is Preferred. We also specialize in Vegetation Management so a pesticide license would be beneficial, but it's not mandatory.

Work Schedule

4 - 10 HR days, either; Monday thru Thursday or Tuesday thru Friday with periods of mandatory overtime. Employees are also required to work emergency storm duty as need arises.

Rate of Pay

Rate of Pay: Varies depending upon Skills and Experience.

Work Area

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

Benefits

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off!! We Pay Weekly!!

About Penn Line Tree Service

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 on a year round basis. You can locate more information on our website at www.pennline.com.

We are a Drug-Free Workplace. We encourage minorities and females to apply. EOE, including disability/vets

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management

Industries

• Business Consulting and Services

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