Utility Line Climber & Trimmer – Travel & OT

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

Benefits offered by this job

Drug-Free Workplace

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is hiring a Tree Trimmer to trim, clear, and remove trees along electric power lines and rights of way. You will climb to reach branches using climbing gear, and may operate a bucket truck when needed.

Knowledge of chainsaw safety and rigging is essential. Some travel across PA, MD, OH, VA and WV is required, with overtime during storms. 6 months of utility line clearance experience and a valid driver license or CDL are preferred; pesticide license is a bonus but not

Qualifications

• Experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance.
• Knowledge of chainsaw safety and rope & rigging techniques.
• Experience operating brush chippers or aerial lift devices may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming, clearing and removal along power lines and rights of way.
• Climb trees to reach branches interfering with electric lines using climbing equipment.
• Operate chain saws, pruners and other equipment; assist with rigging as needed.

Skills

Chainsaw safety

Roping & rigging

Tree climbing

Driver license / CDL

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is hiring a Tree Trimmer to trim, clear, and remove trees along electric power lines and rights of way. You will climb to reach branches using climbing gear, and may operate a bucket truck when needed.

Knowledge of chainsaw safety and rigging is essential. Some travel across PA, MD, OH, VA and WV is required, with overtime during storms. 6 months of utility line clearance experience and a valid driver license or CDL are preferred; pesticide license is a bonus but not