Bucket Truck Operator – Power-Line Tree Clearance

Utilities Service, LLC; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Utilities Service, LLC seeks a Bucket Operator to trim and remove trees near power lines using a bucket truck. The role emphasizes safety, customer communication, and coordination with crews to protect the public and property.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, 1+ year in the industry, and a CDL. Physical stamina and knowledge of electrical hazards are required for this full-time position at various locations.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Familiar with electrical hazard and safe work practices.
• Able to identify tree and shrub species.
• Requires physical energy, twisting, lifting, and good hand-eye coordination.

Responsibilities

• Plans, assigns, directs, checks, and coordinates work on site.
• Obtains permission from property owners to trim/remove trees near lines.
• Maintains good customer relations and works with crews to ensure safety.
• Operates bucket truck equipment and performs tree removal/trim near energized lines.
• Sets up barriers and protects workers and public; handles debris and herbicide application.
• Trains new personnel and adheres to safety rules.

Skills

Electrical hazard awareness

Tree species identification

Physical stamina

Customer communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

Utilities Service, LLC seeks a Bucket Operator to trim and remove trees near power lines using a bucket truck. The role emphasizes safety, customer communication, and coordination with crews to protect the public and property.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, 1+ year in the industry, and a CDL. Physical stamina and knowledge of electrical hazards are required for this full-time position at various locations.