Tree Climber/Trimmer

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is hiring a Tree Trimmer to trim, clear and remove trees along electric power lines and rights of way. The role requires climbing to access branches, and working with chainsaws, rigging gear, and a bucket truck when needed.

The position involves travel to various states (PA, MD, OH, VA, WV) with overtime during storms. A valid driver's license is preferred, and pesticide licensing is a plus.

Qualifications

• 6 months+ verifiable experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance.
• Valid driver's license; CDL preferred.
• Pesticide license beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming, clearing and removal along power lines and right-of-ways.
• Climb trees to reach interfering branches using climbing equipment.
• Operate chain saws, pruners and brush chippers; may operate an aerial lift.

Skills

Tree trimming

Chainsaw safety

Roping & rigging

Aerial lift operation

Education

Valid Driver License

CDL (preferred)

Tools

Chainsaw

Pruners

Brush chipper

Aerial lift (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 at www.pennline.com.

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: [phone] ext:151

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