Tree Climber/Trimmer

Nexxt, Inc.; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Tree Trimmer to join their team, specializing in line clearance work. This role involves climbing trees and using various tools to ensure safe clearance along electric power lines. Candidates should have at least six months of verifiable experience and knowledge of chainsaw safety and rigging techniques. Flexibility for travel across multiple states is required, as work locations can change on short notice. Join a dynamic team dedicated to vegetation management and make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• 6 months' experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance.
• Knowledge of chainsaw safety and climbing techniques is essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Tree trimming

Chainsaw safety

Roping & rigging techniques

Climbing equipment operation

Emergency storm duty

Education

Valid Driver License

CDL License

Pesticide license

Tools

Chainsaw

Pruners

Brush chipper

Aerial lift device (bucket truck)

Job description

Job Description: A Tree Trimmer's primary responsibility is to perform tree trimming, clearing, & 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: Varies depending upon Skills and Experience.

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.

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.

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.

In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws,