Line Clearance Worker

Line Clearance Worker

Salary

$32.00 Hourly

Location

2004 - CPP

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

10293-HR

Department

2004 - Public Utilities - CPP

Division

200470 - Operations

Opening Date

09/04/2026

Closing Date

9/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
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Description

Line Clearance Worker

Examples of Duties

The Division of Cleveland Public Power is requesting to update the minimum qualifications for the classification of Line Clearance Worker to more accurately reflect the minimum qualifications of the position. The equipment that is used to complete the job requires either a Class B or a Class A Commercial Drivers License. Changing the minimum qualifications to reflect the equipment requirements will allow the Division to attract a larger pool of qualified candidates.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required. Two years of full-time paid experience as a tree trimmer for a line clearance company trimming trees around high voltage distribution lines required. Must have documented training of line clearance training in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act and the American National Standards Institute. Valid State of Ohio Class A or B Commercial Driver's License required. Valid State of Ohio Class "A" is preferred. Must be able to work overtime during emergencies and for call outs. Must be able to lift and carry 75 pounds.

Supplemental Information

DUTIES:

Under supervision, trims, cuts, and clears trees and underbrush from electrical transmission and distribution lines. Performs temporary repairs to service wires. Locates flares, cones, danger flags, and other warning equipment as required for compliance with state, local, and CPP rules and regulations. Directs and trains employees, as assigned. Performs other job-related duties as required.

The Citys guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.

The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.

Employer City of Cleveland

Address 601 Lakeside Avenue

Cleveland, Ohio, 44114

Phone 216-664-2493