Tree Climber/Trimmer

Penn Line Family of Companies; Tionesta (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Tree Climber/Trimmer, where your skills will contribute to vital vegetation management along electric power lines. This role offers the chance to work outdoors, utilizing your climbing and chainsaw expertise to ensure safety and efficiency in tree clearance. With a focus on teamwork and flexibility, you will travel across multiple states, responding to contract demands while enjoying a supportive work environment. Benefit from competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, making this an exciting opportunity for those passionate about nature and safety.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Tree Trimming

Climbing Techniques

Chainsaw Safety

Roping and Rigging

Education

Valid Driver License

CDL License

Pesticide License

Tools

Chainsaws

Pruners

Brush Chippers

Aerial Lift Device

Job description

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Job Description

A Tree Trimmer's primary responsibility is to perform tree trimming, clearing, and removal of trees along electric power lines and right of ways. The role involves climbing trees to reach branches interfering with electric lines, using climbing equipment. Knowledge of chainsaw safety, roping, and rigging techniques is essential. The position also requires operating chain saws, pruners, brush chippers, and potentially an aerial lift device (bucket truck).

A qualified Tree Climber/Trimmer should have at least 6 months of verifiable experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance. A valid Driver License and/or CDL License is preferred. A pesticide license would be beneficial but is not mandatory, as the company specializes in Vegetation Management.

Work Schedule

• 4 10-hour days, either Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday
• Mandatory overtime and emergency storm duty as needed

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay varies depending on skills and experience
• Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off
• Weekly pay

Work Area

Travel required across various states including PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV. Flexibility to travel on short notice is necessary due to contract demands.

About the Company

Penn Line Tree Service is a multi-state contractor based in Scottdale, PA, specializing in line clearance work with over 1300 employees. More information can be found at www.pennline.com.

Additional Information

We are a Drug-Free Workplace and encourage minorities and females to apply. EOE, including disability/veterans. Accommodations available upon request. We adhere to all federal and state equal employment opportunity laws.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management
• Industries: Business Consulting and Services