Bucket Truck Operator: Vegetation & Storm Crew

ISA Certified Arborist; Monticello (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K enrollment

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts is seeking a Bucket Operator to safely remove branches and tree material from electrical lines, requiring a valid driver's license. The role involves operating a bucket truck, following safety rules, and assisting with daily equipment prep under a Foreperson.

This full‑time crew position requires vegetation management experience, bucket truck and skid steer with mulcher, woodchipper operation, and a clean driving record.

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.
• Must have skid steer w/ mulcher operation experience.
• Experience operating woodchipper.
• Split dump driving experience preferred.
• Able to hear verbal instructions from a distance.

Responsibilities

• Always follow and enforce safe practices and rules.
• Assist in preparing 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.
• Cleans up and disposes of all debris.
• Sets 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 experience

Safe operations knowledge

Ability to follow verbal instructions

Leadership when required

Driver's license with clean record

Tools

Bucket truck

Skid steer with mulcher

Woodchipper

Job description

Xylem Tree Experts is seeking a Bucket Operator to safely remove branches and tree material from electrical lines, requiring a valid driver's license. The role involves operating a bucket truck, following safety rules, and assisting with daily equipment prep under a Foreperson.

This full‑time crew position requires vegetation management experience, bucket truck and skid steer with mulcher, woodchipper operation, and a clean driving record.