Bucket Truck Operator

Penn Line Service, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A utility service contractor located in Pennsylvania seeks a Bucket Operator to assist in clearing trees along power lines. The role involves operating a bucket truck and using tools like chain saws and brush chippers. Candidates should have at least six months of relevant experience and a valid driver’s license is preferred. Flexibility for travel and emergency duties is essential. This position values safety and encourages a diverse range of candidates to apply.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months’ verifiable experience trimming out of a bucket.
• Experience running a bucket in a utility line clearance setting.
• CDL License / Valid Driver License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clearing and removal of trees along electrical power lines.
• Operate an aerial lift device to reach branches interfering with electric lines.
• Use chain saws, pruners, and a brush chipper.
• Travel as required across multiple states per contract demands.

Skills

Bucket truck operation

CDL / Valid Driver License

Tree trimming experience

Travel willingness

Tools

Chain saws

Pruners

Brush chipper

Bucket truck operation

Job description

Job Description

A Bucket Operator’s primary responsibility is to assist with the clearing and 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 hour days, either Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday, with periods of mandatory overtime. Employees are also required to work emergency storm duty as needed.

Rate of Pay

Varies depending upon skills and experience.

Work Area

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

About Penn Line Service

Penn Line Service is a multi-state specialty contractor based in Scottdale, PA. Our tree division, which specializes in line clearance work, employs over 600 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.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

We encourage minorities and females to apply. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: [phone] ext:151

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.

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