Bucket Truck Operator for Utility Vegetation Crew

ISA Certified Arborist; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

ISA Certified Arborist in Suffolk, VA is seeking a Bucket Operator to manage heavy equipment to remove branches from electrical lines. Must be able to operate bucket truck, trim from bucket, and climb; a valid driver’s license is required.

This full-time role offers benefits and overtime may be required; travel is requested for storm restoration. CDL is preferred and safety training including PPE is expected.

Qualifications

• Prior heavy equipment operating experience in electrical utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred
• High School diploma or education equivalent preferred
• Must be knowledgeable about daily maintenance and safe operations of all equipment

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment as directed by Foreperson
• Assist in preparing equipment and materials for daily work
• Travel to storm restoration sites when required
• Maintain and repair equipment and tools used in operations
• Lead or assist crew members as needed
• Set up barriers and safety measures to protect workers and the public
• Document mileage and report to Foreperson
• Perform duties for storm work as needed
• Follow safety practices and rules

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Physical strength

Balance and climbing

Read instructions

Education

High School diploma or education equivalent

Tools

CDL

First-aid certification

CPR

Job description

ISA Certified Arborist in Suffolk, VA is seeking a Bucket Operator to manage heavy equipment to remove branches from electrical lines. Must be able to operate bucket truck, trim from bucket, and climb; a valid driver’s license is required.

This full-time role offers benefits and overtime may be required; travel is requested for storm restoration. CDL is preferred and safety training including PPE is expected.