Tree Climber/Trimmer

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc.; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking skilled Tree Trimmers to trim, clear, and remove trees along electric power lines and rights of way.

The role requires climbing to reach branches using proper safety techniques and operating equipment such as chainsaws, pruners, and a brush chipper. The position involves travel across multiple states (PA, MD, OH, VA, WV) with a schedule of 4–10 hour days and potential overtime, including emergency storm duty.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months verifiable experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance.
• Knowledge of chainsaw safety and rigging techniques.
• A valid driver’s license or CDL preferred; pesticide license beneficial but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming, clearing, and removal along electric power lines and right of ways.
• Climb trees to reach branches interfering with lines using climbing equipment.
• Operate chainsaws, pruners, brush chippers; may operate an aerial lift (bucket truck).
• Travel across states as required by contract.
• Work schedule includes 4–10 hour days with possible overtime and emergency storm duty.

Skills

Chainsaw safety

Roping & rigging

Driver license / CDL

Tree climbing experience

Tools

Chainsaws

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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considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital
status, veteran status, non-job related disability, or any other protected group status

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