Utility Line Clearance Tree Climber

Penn Line Service, Inc.; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service is seeking a Tree Trimmer to perform trimming, clearing and removal of trees along electric power lines and rights of way. Climb trees to reach branches; operate chainsaws, pruners and lifting devices as needed.

Travel across states including PA, MD, OH, VA, WV with periods of mandatory overtime and emergency storm duty. A valid driver license is preferred; pesticide license beneficial but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 6 months verifiable experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance.
• Knowledge of chainsaw safety is preferred.
• Valid Driver License and/or CDL preferred; pesticide license beneficial but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming, clearing, and removal along electric power lines and rights of way.
• Climb trees to reach branches interfering with lines using climbing equipment.
• Operate chain saws, pruners, brush chipper; may operate aerial lift/bucket truck.
• Travel and work across multiple states; comply with overtime and emergency storm duty.

Skills

Tree climbing

Chainsaw safety

Roping & rigging

Driver license

Tools

Chainsaw

Pruners

Brush chipper

Bucket truck

Aerial lift

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service is seeking a Tree Trimmer to perform trimming, clearing and removal of trees along electric power lines and rights of way. Climb trees to reach branches; operate chainsaws, pruners and lifting devices as needed.

Travel across states including PA, MD, OH, VA, WV with periods of mandatory overtime and emergency storm duty. A valid driver license is preferred; pesticide license beneficial but not mandatory.