Bucket Truck Operator - Multi-State Line Clearance Pro

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc.; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. seeks a Bucket Operator to assist with the clearing and removal of trees along electrical power lines and right-of-ways. You will operate an aerial bucket truck, use saws and chippers, and may climb trees as needed.

Expect a schedule of 4–10 hour days with potential overtime and emergency storm duty; travel across PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV is required. CDL is preferred and pesticide licensing is beneficial but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months verifiable experience trimming out of a bucket or running a bucket in a utility line clearance or residential tree clearance setting.
• CDL License / Valid Driver License is Preferred.
• Pesticide license beneficial but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Operate an aerial lift device (bucket truck) to reach branches interfering with electric lines.
• Use chain saws, pruners, and brush chipper as part of clearances.
• May climb trees using climbing equipment when required.

Skills

Bucket operation

Tree clearance experience

CDL license

Pesticide license beneficial

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. seeks a Bucket Operator to assist with the clearing and removal of trees along electrical power lines and right-of-ways. You will operate an aerial bucket truck, use saws and chippers, and may climb trees as needed.

Expect a schedule of 4–10 hour days with potential overtime and emergency storm duty; travel across PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV is required. CDL is preferred and pesticide licensing is beneficial but not mandatory.