Utility Line Clearance Tree Climber

Penn Line Service, Inc.; Uniontown (Fayette County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Drug-free workplace

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service is seeking a qualified Tree Trimmer to trim, clear and remove trees along electric lines. You will climb to access branches and operate chainsaws, pruners, and brush chippers, with bucket truck experience a plus. Overtime and travel across states may be required.

We value safety, roping and rigging knowledge, and a valid driver's license (CDL preferred). This role involves emergency storm duty and working in a drug-free workplace.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming, clearing, and removal along electric power lines.
• Climb trees to reach branches interfering with lines using proper safety procedures.
• Operate chainsaws, pruners, brush chipper; bucket truck may be required.
• Travel across states per contract; overtime and emergency storm duty may be required.

Skills

Tree climbing

Chainsaw safety

Roping & rigging

Bucket truck operation

Tools

Chainsaw

Pruners

Brush chipper

Bucket truck / aerial lift

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service is seeking a qualified Tree Trimmer to trim, clear and remove trees along electric lines. You will climb to access branches and operate chainsaws, pruners, and brush chippers, with bucket truck experience a plus. Overtime and travel across states may be required.

We value safety, roping and rigging knowledge, and a valid driver's license (CDL preferred). This role involves emergency storm duty and working in a drug-free workplace.