Bucket Truck Operator

Pennline; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A utility services company is seeking a Bucket Operator responsible for assisting with the removal of trees along power lines. The role requires operating a bucket truck and tools like chain saws, along with flexibility for travel across several states. Preferred qualifications include a CDL license and relevant experience in utility clearance. The position may involve mandatory overtime and emergency duty as needed, ensuring safe operations throughout varied locations.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months’ verifiable experience trimming out of a bucket.
• Preferred: CDL License / Valid Driver License.
• Beneficial: Pesticide license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clearing & removal of trees along power lines.
• Operate bucket truck and other tools as required.
• Flexibility to travel throughout various states.

Skills

Bucket truck operation

Tree trimming

Safety compliance

Tools

Chainsaw

Climbing equipment

Job description

Job Description

A Bucket Operator’s primary responsibility is to assist with the clearing & removal of trees along electrical power lines and right-of-ways. The Bucket Operator operates an aerial lift device (bucket truck) to reach branches interfering with electric lines, operates chain saws, pruners, brush chipper, and may be called upon to climb trees using climbing equipment. A Bucket Operator should have at least 6 months’ verifiable experience trimming out of a bucket and/or running a bucket in a utility line clearance or residential tree clearance setting. A CDL License / Valid Driver License is preferred. A pesticide license would be beneficial, but it’s not mandatory.

Work Schedule

4-10 hour days, either Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday with mandatory overtime periods. Employees are also required to work emergency storm duty as needed.

Rate of Pay

Varies depending on skills and experience.

Work Area

Travel required throughout various states including PA, MD, OH, VA, & WV. Candidates must be flexible to travel when called upon as work locations can change on short notice based on contract demands.

Equal Employment Opportunity

In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job related disability, or any other protected group status.