Bucket Operator (CDL) - Utility Line Clearance Pro

Utilities Service, LLC; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is hiring a Bucket Operator (CDL required) to clear and remove trees along power lines. The role uses an aerial bucket truck to reach branches, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The position is full-time and non-exempt, offering hourly pay and benefits vary by tenure, position, and location. Applicants must meet safety and licensing requirements and be prepared to work around energized equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Entry-level position, no experience required.
• Previous experience is a plus.
• A valid Commercial Driver's license (CDL) is required.

Responsibilities

• Plans, assigns, directs, checks, and coordinates work.
• Obtains written or oral permission from property owners to trim or remove trees or perform other work on the property.
• Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through the effective accomplishment of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
• Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
• Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.
• Operates and services equipment, such as gasoline, hydraulic tools, power saws, power winches, buckets, chippers, and sprayers.
• Operates a Bucket near energized lines to remove branches and tree material.
• Prepares and uses hand tools; cleans up and disposes of debris.

Skills

Electrical hazards awareness

Physical stamina

Tree/ shrub species identification

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level ok

Tools

CDL

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is hiring a Bucket Operator (CDL required) to clear and remove trees along power lines. The role uses an aerial bucket truck to reach branches, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The position is full-time and non-exempt, offering hourly pay and benefits vary by tenure, position, and location. Applicants must meet safety and licensing requirements and be prepared to work around energized equipment.