Utility Line Clearance Tree Climber

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc.; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking a Tree Trimmer/Climber to trim, clear, and remove trees along electric power lines and rights-of-way. Climbing skills required to access branches near lines; knowledge of chainsaw safety and rigging helpful.

Driving license preferred and candidate must be willing to travel across PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV. The role involves operating chainsaws, pruners, and a brush chipper, with potential operation of an aerial lift.

Qualifications

• Experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance.
• Valid driver’s license or CDL preferred.
• Knowledge of chainsaw safety and rigging techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming, clearing and removal along power lines.
• Climb trees to access branches interfering with lines.
• Operate chainsaws, pruners, brush chipper.
• May operate aerial lift device (bucket truck).
• Travel to various states; overtime may be required.

Skills

Chainsaw safety

Roping & rigging

Tree trimming

Driver's license

Tools

Chainsaws

Pruners

Chipper

Bucket truck

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking a Tree Trimmer/Climber to trim, clear, and remove trees along electric power lines and rights-of-way. Climbing skills required to access branches near lines; knowledge of chainsaw safety and rigging helpful.

Driving license preferred and candidate must be willing to travel across PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV. The role involves operating chainsaws, pruners, and a brush chipper, with potential operation of an aerial lift.