Bucket Truck Operator – Vegetation & Storm Crew

ISA Certified Arborist; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts is seeking a Bucket Operator to safely operate a bucket truck and remove branches from electrical lines. A valid driver's license is required, and two years of vegetation management experience is preferred. The role includes daily equipment prep, operation under supervision, and maintenance of tools and vehicles.

Travel for storm work is common; background checks and a drug screen may be required. Benefits include health insurance and 401K; PTO accrual varies by position.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in vegetation management.
• 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.
• Experience operating woodchipper is preferred.
• Skid steer w/ mulcher operation experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow and enforce safe practices and rules.
• Prepare equipment and materials daily as directed by Foreperson.
• Operate equipment as directed by Foreperson.
• Maintain and repair equipment and tools used in operations.
• Lead the crew when required and assist others.
• Clean up and dispose of debris.
• Set up barriers, warning signs, flags, and markers to protect workers and the public.
• Report mileage to Foreperson and document daily activities.
• Support storm restoration work as needed.
• Submit timesheets and billing information via AMS system.
• Maintain above-standard customer relations.

Skills

Vegetation management

Bucket truck operation

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Woodchipper operation

Skid steer mulcher

Job description

Xylem Tree Experts is seeking a Bucket Operator to safely operate a bucket truck and remove branches from electrical lines. A valid driver's license is required, and two years of vegetation management experience is preferred. The role includes daily equipment prep, operation under supervision, and maintenance of tools and vehicles.

Travel for storm work is common; background checks and a drug screen may be required. Benefits include health insurance and 401K; PTO accrual varies by position.