Bucket Truck Operator

Pennline; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-state specialty contractor is seeking a Bucket Operator to assist in clearing trees along electrical power lines. Responsibilities include operating an aerial lift device (bucket truck) and climbing trees as necessary. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 months of relevant experience and a preferred CDL License. This role requires travel across various states and offers a work schedule of 4-10 HR days. Commitment to a drug-free workplace is essential, and all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 6 months of verifiable experience trimming out of a bucket.
• CDL License / Valid Driver License is preferred.
• Pesticide license beneficial but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clearing and removal of trees along electrical power lines.
• Operate an aerial lift device (bucket truck) to reach branches.
• Climb trees using climbing equipment as needed.
• Be flexible to travel; work locations may change with contract demands.
• Work overtime and emergency storm duty as required.

Skills

Bucket truck operation

Tree trimming

Aerial lift operation

Climbing equipment use

Pesticide license (preferred)

Tools

Chain saw

Pruners

Brush chipper

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. A Bucket Operator operates an aerial lift device (bucket truck) to reach branches interfering with electric lines. The Bucket Operator also 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 and/or residential tree clearance setting. A CDL License / Valid Driver License is Preferred. We also specialize in Vegetation Management so a pesticide license would be beneficial, but it’s not mandatory.

Work Schedule

4 -10 HR days, either; Monday thru Thursday or Tuesday thru Friday with periods of mandatory overtime. Employees are also required to work emergency storm duty as need arises.

Rate of Pay

Varies depending upon 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 since work locations are subject to change upon short notice based on contract demands.

Penn Line Service is a multi‑state specialty contractor based in Scottdale, PA. Our tree division, which specializes in line clearance work, employs over 1300 employees who work on a year round basis. You can locate more information on our website at www.pennline.com.

We are a Drug‑Free Workplace.

We encourage minorities and females to apply.

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Phone: [phone] ext:151

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