Utility Tree Climber & Trimmer – Travel & Overtime

Penn Line Service, Inc.; Bedford (Bedford County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking a Tree Trimmer to perform trimming, clearing, and removal along electric power lines. The role requires climbing to reach branches, knowledge of chainsaw safety, and rigging techniques.

A valid driver license or CDL is preferred, and pesticide licensing is a plus. You will work 4-10 hour days with overtime and possible emergency storm duty, traveling across several states (PA, MD, OH, VA, WV).

Qualifications

• 6 months of verifiable experience in line clearance or residential tree clearance.
• Knowledge of chainsaw safety and rope rigging techniques.
• Valid driver license and/or CDL preferred.
• Pesticide license beneficial but not mandatory.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming, clearing, and removal along power lines and rights of way.
• Climb trees to reach branches interfering with electrical lines using climbing gear.
• Operate chain saws, pruners, brush chipper, and potentially a bucket truck.
• Work a 4-10 hour day schedule with overtime and emergency storm duty as needed.
• Travel across PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV as contracts require.

Skills

Experience in line clearance

Chainsaw safety

Roping & rigging

Tools

Chainsaw

Pruners

Brush chipper

Bucket truck

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking a Tree Trimmer to perform trimming, clearing, and removal along electric power lines. The role requires climbing to reach branches, knowledge of chainsaw safety, and rigging techniques.

A valid driver license or CDL is preferred, and pesticide licensing is a plus. You will work 4-10 hour days with overtime and possible emergency storm duty, traveling across several states (PA, MD, OH, VA, WV).