Bucket Truck Operator: Vegetation & Storm Crew

ISA Certified Arborist; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Job summary

XKIG is seeking a Bucket Operator with a CDL in Charlotte, NC to safely operate a bucket truck, remove branches from electrical lines, and support the foreperson in daily tasks. A valid driver’s license and two years in Vegetation Management are required.

The role emphasizes safety, equipment preparation, maintenance, and teamwork. Travel for storm restoration is required; benefits include health insurance and a 401K.

Qualifications

• Two years of vegetation management experience.
• Bucket truck operation experience required.
• Knowledge of daily maintenance and safe operations of all equipment used.
• 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 to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines.
• Follow safety practices and help enforce rules.
• Prepare equipment and materials for each day’s work at Foreperson’s direction.
• Operate equipment as directed by Foreperson.
• Help maintain and repair equipment and tools used in operations.
• Assist other crew members and take a leadership role when required.
• Clean up and dispose of all debris.
• Set up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public.
• Track and report mileage to Foreperson.
• Perform duties for storm work as needed.
• Performs daily reporting using AMS system to submit timesheets and billing information.
• Maintain above standard customer relations.

Skills

Vegetation Management

Bucket truck operation

Safe equipment operation

Verbal instruction comprehension

Driver's license

Skid steer w/ mulcher operation

Woodchipper operation

Split dump driving

Job description

XKIG is seeking a Bucket Operator with a CDL in Charlotte, NC to safely operate a bucket truck, remove branches from electrical lines, and support the foreperson in daily tasks. A valid driver’s license and two years in Vegetation Management are required.

The role emphasizes safety, equipment preparation, maintenance, and teamwork. Travel for storm restoration is required; benefits include health insurance and a 401K.