Bucket Operator: CDL‑Required Tree Clearing & Line Work

Asplundh; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Benefits options vary by tenure and地点

Total rewards package including health

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Bucket Operator (CDL required) to assist with clearing trees along power lines. You will operate a bucket truck to reach branches near energized lines, ensuring safe and efficient work along rights-of-way.

The role emphasizes safety, coordination, and customer relations, with performance measured by quality and productivity. Entry-level; union membership may be required in some locations.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be familiar with electrical hazards.
• Able to identify tree and shrub species.
• Requires physical energy, twisting, lifting ability, and hand-eye coordination.
• Willing to join the local union and pay union dues.

Responsibilities

• Plans, assigns, directs, checks, and coordinates work.
• Obtains permission from property owners to trim or remove trees and arrange access.
• Promotes good customer relations and professional crew behavior.
• Cooperates with police and fire departments when blocking streets.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, and markers to protect people.
• Operates and services equipment such as buckets, saws, chippers, and sprayers.
• Trains new personnel.

Skills

Electrical hazards awareness

Tree/shrub species identification

Physical stamina

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL license

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Bucket Operator (CDL required) to assist with clearing trees along power lines. You will operate a bucket truck to reach branches near energized lines, ensuring safe and efficient work along rights-of-way.

The role emphasizes safety, coordination, and customer relations, with performance measured by quality and productivity. Entry-level; union membership may be required in some locations.