Tree Climber/Trimmer

Nexxt, Inc.; Somerset (Somerset County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in vegetation management is seeking a skilled Tree Trimmer to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing essential tree trimming and removal tasks along electric power lines, ensuring safety and efficiency. With a focus on utility line clearance, candidates should possess climbing skills and knowledge of chainsaw safety. The position offers a flexible work schedule with opportunities for overtime and travel across multiple states. Join a dedicated workforce and contribute to vital vegetation management efforts while ensuring the safety of electric lines. If you're passionate about outdoor work and skilled in tree trimming, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of verifiable 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 electric power lines.
• Climb trees to reach branches interfering with electric lines using climbing equipment.

Skills

Chainsaw Safety

Roping & Rigging Techniques

Climbing Skills

Emergency Storm Duty

Education

Valid Driver License

CDL License (Preferred)

Pesticide License (Beneficial)

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 at ~~~.

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We encourage minorities and females to apply.

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