Bucket Operator: Powerline Clearance Pro

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Gordonsville (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Bucket Operator to assist with clearing and removing trees along power lines and rights-of-way. You will operate an aerial bucket truck to reach branches near energized lines and ensure safe, compliant work practices.

The role requires the ability to work around electrical hazards, follow safety protocols, and coordinate with customers and teams. A background in line clearance and willingness to join a local union are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Familiar with the electrical hazard.
• Working knowledge to identify tree and shrub species.
• Good hand-eye coordination and physical stamina.
• Willingness to join local union and pay dues.

Responsibilities

• Plans, assigns, directs, checks, and coordinates work.
• Obtains permission from property owners to trim or remove trees.
• Promotes good customer relations and ensures safe, efficient work.
• Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets.
• Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in the work area.
• Sets up barriers and signs to protect people and work area.
• Operates and services bucket truck equipment and tools.
• Performs tree removal near energized lines and conducts tree/bucket rescues.
• Trains new personnel.

Skills

Electrical hazard awareness

Tree species knowledge

Hand-eye coordination

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

1+ year of related industry experience

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Bucket Operator to assist with clearing and removing trees along power lines and rights-of-way. You will operate an aerial bucket truck to reach branches near energized lines and ensure safe, compliant work practices.

The role requires the ability to work around electrical hazards, follow safety protocols, and coordinate with customers and teams. A background in line clearance and willingness to join a local union are preferred.