Bucket Truck Operator

Pennline; Middleburg (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A utility service provider in Middleburg, Florida is seeking a Bucket Operator to assist with clearing and removal of trees along electrical power lines. The position requires operating aerial lift devices and performing tree trimming duties with a preference for candidates with at least 6 months of verifiable experience. This role involves travel across various states and requires flexibility in scheduling, including mandatory overtime during emergencies.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of verifiable experience trimming out of a bucket.
• Experience in utility line clearance or residential tree clearance setting.
• Preferred to have a valid CDL license or driver license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the clearing and removal of trees along electrical power lines.
• Operate bucket truck to reach branches interfering with electric lines.
• Climb trees using climbing equipment when necessary.

Skills

Aerial lift operation

Tree trimming experience

CDL License

Pesticide license

Tools

Chain saws

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. 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.