Bucket Operator: Powerline Tree Clearance

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Sponsored Retirement Plan

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Employee Assistance Program

Life, long-term/short-term disability

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Bucket Operator to assist with clearing and removals along power lines and rights-of-way. The role requires operating an aerial bucket truck to access branches near electrical lines and ensure safe, compliant work on site.

The position emphasizes safe practices, coordination with property owners, and efficient completion of assigned tree-trimming tasks, with benefits and a competitive hourly pay structure.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Familiar with electrical hazard.
• Able to identify tree and shrub species.
• Physical energy and good hand-eye coordination required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assign, and direct work and coordinate with crew.
• Obtain permissions to trim or remove trees and arrange access with property owners.
• Maintain customer relations and safety on site.
• Set up barriers and warning signs to protect workers and the public.
• Operate bucket near energized lines and perform tree/brush clearance.

Skills

Physical energy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bucket truck

Power saws

Chippers

Sprayers

Hand tools

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Bucket Operator to assist with clearing and removals along power lines and rights-of-way. The role requires operating an aerial bucket truck to access branches near electrical lines and ensure safe, compliant work on site.

The position emphasizes safe practices, coordination with property owners, and efficient completion of assigned tree-trimming tasks, with benefits and a competitive hourly pay structure.