Bucket Operator: Powerline Tree Clearing

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits vary by location

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Bucket Operator to trim and remove trees around power lines and rights‑of‑way. You will operate bucket trucks, coordinate with owners, and maintain safe, efficient work practices.

Ideal candidates have a valid CDL, familiarity with electrical hazards, and the ability to identify tree species. This full‑time on‑site role requires physical stamina and teamwork on challenging outdoor jobs.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be familiar with the electrical hazard.
• Must identify tree and shrub species.
• Requires physical energy, twisting, lifting, and hand‑eye coordination.

Responsibilities

• Plans, assigns, directs, checks, and coordinates work.
• Obtains 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 effective work and behavior.
• 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.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and the public.
• Responsible for quality and quantity of production and for following safe practices and rules.
• Operates and services equipment, such as gasoline tools, hydraulic tools, power saws, power winches, buckets, chippers, sprayers.
• Operates a Bucket near energized lines to remove branches and tree material.
• Performs tree and bucket rescue.
• Uses hand tools such as axes, lines, pruners, saws, etc.
• Cleans up and disposes of all debris.
• Sprays brush and stumps with herbicides.
• Trains new personnel.

Skills

Age requirement

Electrical hazard awareness

Tree species identification

Physical stamina

Hand-eye coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

1+ year industry experience

Tools

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Bucket Operator to trim and remove trees around power lines and rights‑of‑way. You will operate bucket trucks, coordinate with owners, and maintain safe, efficient work practices.

Ideal candidates have a valid CDL, familiarity with electrical hazards, and the ability to identify tree species. This full‑time on‑site role requires physical stamina and teamwork on challenging outdoor jobs.