Bucket Truck Operator & Trimmer — Vegetation & Storm

ISA Certified Arborist; Foley (AL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K

Job summary

XKIG is seeking a Bucket Operator/Trimmer in Foley, Alabama. The role operates a bucket truck to clear branches from electrical lines and requires a valid driver’s license. The position emphasizes safety, daily equipment readiness, and teamwork with Foreperson guidance.

Two years of vegetation management experience and bucket truck operation are required. Full-time with benefits including health, vision, dental, and a 401K; travel for storm work may be required.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in Vegetation Management.
• Bucket truck operation experience required.
• Knowledge of daily maintenance and safe operations of all equipment used.
• Able to hear verbal instructions from a distance.
• Must have a driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Must have skid steer w/ mulcher operation experience.
• Experience operating woodchipper.
• Split dump driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate bucket truck at job sites to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines.
• Follow safety rules and enforce them among crew.
• Prepare equipment and materials as directed by Foreperson.
• Operate equipment as directed by Foreperson.
• Maintain and repair equipment and tools as needed.
• Assist crew members and lead when required.
• Clean up and dispose of debris after work.
• Set up barriers, signs, and markers to protect workers and the public.
• Report mileage to Foreperson and submit timesheets/billing in AMS.
• Assist with storm restoration work as needed.

Skills

Vegetation Management

Bucket Truck Operation

Vehicle Maintenance

Listening/Following Instructions

Driver's License

Skid Steer Mulcher

Woodchipper Operation

Split Dump Driving

Job description

XKIG is seeking a Bucket Operator/Trimmer in Foley, Alabama. The role operates a bucket truck to clear branches from electrical lines and requires a valid driver’s license. The position emphasizes safety, daily equipment readiness, and teamwork with Foreperson guidance.

Two years of vegetation management experience and bucket truck operation are required. Full-time with benefits including health, vision, dental, and a 401K; travel for storm work may be required.