Bucket Truck Operator - Tree Services

Asplundh Careers; Forest City (NC); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-sponsored Retirement Plan

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Employee Assistance Program

Life, long-term/short-term disability

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Forest City, NC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to perform tree trimming and removal, operate and maintain equipment, and ensure safety for workers and the public. This full-time, non-exempt role involves loading/offloading trucks, feeding debris into woodchippers, and assisting in training new staff.

The position requires ability to work at heights, pass pre-employment checks, and comply with company safety and performance standards.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces while handling equipment or material.

Responsibilities

• Trims and/or removes trees, branches, trunk sections.
• Operate and service all required tools/equipment.
• Cuts and splits large debris into manageable pieces.
• Sprays areas with equipment to prevent further growth.
• Loads/unloads trucks.
• Feeds brush & debris into a woodchipper.
• Repairs minor job-related damage to lawns, fences, and walkways.
• Relays hand signals, directs traffic, drives, and operates trucks and equipment, as assigned.
• Keeps trucks and work areas clear and orderly.
• Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Climbing ability

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Entry-level position

Previous experience a plus

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Forest City, NC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber to perform tree trimming and removal, operate and maintain equipment, and ensure safety for workers and the public. This full-time, non-exempt role involves loading/offloading trucks, feeding debris into woodchippers, and assisting in training new staff.

The position requires ability to work at heights, pass pre-employment checks, and comply with company safety and performance standards.