Bucket Operator w CDL - Keysville, VA

ISA Certified Arborist; Keysville (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, vision, and

401K enrollment

Paid Time Off

Job summary

ISA Certified Arborist is seeking a Bucket Operator to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. The role requires operating the bucket truck, climbing, and driving with CDL/DOT credentials. This full-time position includes benefits and possible overtime.

Candidates should have high school education or equivalent, be able to work outdoors in varying weather, and pass a background check and drug screening. Spanish skills are a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or education equivalent preferred.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen.
• CDL and DOT Medical Card required for driving positions.
• Spanish language skills are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment per Foreperson instructions and in accordance with safety rules.
• Prepare equipment and materials for daily work as directed by Foreperson.
• Operate bucket truck and perform tasks from the bucket as needed.
• Assist maintenance and minor repairs of equipment and tools.
• Lead or assist crew members and assume leadership when required.
• Set up barriers, signs, and markers to protect crew and the public.
• Maintain ongoing safety practices and update Foreperson on equipment needs and mileage.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

CDL & DOT Medical Card

Driver's license

Safety & PPE compliance

Team leadership

Physical stamina

Climbing & balance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $18 USD to $22 USD This is an estimated pay range for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Travel Required : Yes

Description

The Bucket Operator operates heavy equipment of various types to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. Must be able to operate the Bucket Truck, Trim from the bucket and climb. Driver's license is required; CDL is required. This is a full-time role with benefits and overtime may be required. Spanish language skills are preferred but not required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules
• Assist in preparing equipment and materials for each day’s work at Foreperson’s direction
• Operate equipment as directed by Foreperson
• Help maintain and repair equipment and tools used in operations
• Assist other crew members in all aspects of daily activities and take a leadership role when required
• Cleans up and disposes of all debris
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public
• Keeps informed on new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practices.
• Track and report mileage to Foreperson
• Perform duties for storm work as needed

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Prior heavy equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or education equivalent preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must be knowledgeable about the daily maintenance and safe operations of all equipment used
• Must possess physical strength and good balance to climb into and around mobile equipment
• Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day
• Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions
• Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR
• Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Must have good vision and be attentive
• Must have and maintain a Driver’s License if hired for a driving position; must have and maintain a CDL and DOT Medical Card to operate any truck over 26,000 lbs.
• Must be able to write, read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information
• Must be able to maintain balance over uneven terrain
• Must be able to communicate with others
• Must have endurance necessary to perform duties throughout a standard eight or ten hour day
• Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed

This position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Must meet I-9 requirements. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement: Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

XKIG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at 877-418-2999.

Benefits Offered:

• health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental
• option for enrollment in a 401K.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during the hiring process and may vary for Union hires.

Travel Required

Yes . Travel is required during storm restoration work when needed.