Bucket Operator (Driver License Required) - ATE

Asplundh Tree Expert Co.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nationwide full-service utility contractor as a Bucket Operator in Chesapeake, VA! This exciting role involves operating aerial lift devices to clear trees from electrical power lines while ensuring safety and quality. You'll be part of a team that values customer relations and effective work practices. Asplundh Tree Expert Co. offers competitive wages and incredible benefits, making it an ideal opportunity for go-getters looking to make a difference in their community. If you're ready to take on physical challenges and work in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with a valid driver's license.
• Familiarity with electrical hazards and tree species is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate bucket trucks to clear trees near power lines safely.
• Maintain good public relations while performing tree removal tasks.
• Ensure safety and quality during tree trimming and clearing operations.

Skills

Tree Identification

Safety Practices

Customer Relations

Aerial Lift Operation

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Gasoline Tools

Hydraulic Tools

Power Saws

Chippers

Hand Tools (Axes, Saws)

Job description

Bucket Operator (Driver License Required) - ATE

Chesapeake, VA 23324

Bucket Operator

This role is responsible for assisting with the clearing & removal of trees along electrical power lines and right-of-ways. A Bucket Operator operates an aerial lift device (bucket truck) to reach branches interfering with electric lines.

Are you a real go-getter looking for an amazing opportunity with a nationwide full-service utility contractor offering competitive wages and incredible benefits? Keep reading because this job might be for you!

Essential Functions & 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.
• Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.
• Responsible for quality and quantity of production and for following safe practices and rules while clearing and trimming trees and brush away from utility lines.
• Operates and services equipment, such as gasoline, hydraulic tools, power saws, and chippers.
• Operates a Bucket near energized lines to remove branches and tree material.
• Performs tree and bucket rescue.
• Uses hand tools, such as axes and saws.
• Cleans up and disposes of all debris.
• Sprays brush and stumps, making proper and selective application of herbicides.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be familiar with the electrical hazard.
• Possesses working knowledge and can identify tree and shrub species.
• Work demands physical energy, twisting, some lifting ability, and hand-to-eye coordination.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year of related industry experience required.

Pre-Screen

• Upon offer, employees may be required to subject and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

• Driver's License Required.

Physical Requirements:

• RARE (less than 10%): Sitting, Kneeling, Crawling, Color Vision, Climbing Stairs
• OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): Stooping, Squatting, Climbing On/Off Truck, Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• FREQUENT (up to 66%): Carrying, Pulling, Balancing, Lifting up to 10 lbs.
• CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): Standing, Sense of Touch, Seeing, Reaching, Lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs.

Safety

Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance and coordination of equipment and tools. Employees will work in various weather conditions and must wear personal protective equipment as necessary.

About Us:

As a full-service utility contractor, Asplundh performs tree pruning and removals, right-of-way clearing and maintenance, and vegetation management with herbicides. Asplundh is the parent company of Asplundh Infrastructure Group.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.