Tree Climber/Trimmer

Pennline; Uhrichsville (OH); 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. This role involves performing tree trimming, clearing, and removal along electric power lines, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have strong climbing skills and knowledge of chainsaw safety. The position requires flexibility to travel across multiple states for various projects, making it ideal for those who enjoy dynamic work environments. Join a dedicated team that values safety and encourages diversity in the workplace, all while contributing to essential vegetation management services.

Qualifications

• 6 months’ experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance.
• Knowledge of climbing equipment and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Chainsaw Safety

Roping Techniques

Rigging Techniques

Climbing Skills

Pesticide License

Education

Valid Driver License

CDL License

Tools

Chainsaw

Pruners

Brush Chipper

Aerial Lift Device

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, with the main base in Colliers, 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.

We are a Drug-Free Workplace.

We encourage minorities and females to apply.