Utility Tree Climber: Line Clearance, Travel, Storm Duty

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

Benefits offered by this job

Drug-Free Workplace

Accessibility accommodations

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking a Tree Trimmer to perform trimming, clearing and removal of trees along electric power lines and rights of way. A Tree Trimmer climbs trees to reach branches interfering with electric lines using climbing equipment and must have knowledge of chainsaw safety and roping & rigging techniques.

A valid Driver License or CDL is preferred. The role involves travel across PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV with periods of mandatory overtime and occasional emergency storm

Qualifications

• At least 6 months verifiable experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance setting.
• Knowledge of chainsaw safety and roping/rigging techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming, clearing and removal along electric power lines and right of ways.
• Climb trees to reach branches interfering with power lines using climbing equipment.
• Operate chain saws, pruners, brush chipper; may operate an aerial lift device (bucket truck).
• Travel across multiple states (PA, MD, OH, VA, WV) with work locations changing on short notice.
• Overtime and emergency storm duty may be required.

Skills

Tree Climbing

Chainsaw Safety

Roping & Rigging

Driver License or CDL

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking a Tree Trimmer to perform trimming, clearing and removal of trees along electric power lines and rights of way. A Tree Trimmer climbs trees to reach branches interfering with electric lines using climbing equipment and must have knowledge of chainsaw safety and roping & rigging techniques.

A valid Driver License or CDL is preferred. The role involves travel across PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV with periods of mandatory overtime and occasional emergency storm