CDL Bucket Operator - Tree & Utility Crew

Asplundh; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

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Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Plattsburgh, NY is seeking a Bucket Operator (CDL Required) for a full-time, non-exempt role. The position involves operating bucket equipment near energized lines, trimming and removing trees, and coordinating with property owners to obtain access.

The job emphasizes safety, customer relations, and adherence to procedures. Applicants must be 18+, willing to join the local union, and pass pre-employment checks. Competitive hourly pay is offered.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be familiar with the electrical hazard.
• Willing to join local union and pay union dues.
• High school diploma preferred; entry-level position.

Responsibilities

• Plans, assigns, directs, checks, and coordinates work.
• Obtains permission from property owners to trim or remove trees or perform other work on the property; arranges access and informs of interruptions.
• Promotes and maintains good customer relations through effective completion of work.
• Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
• Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc., to protect employees and the public.
• Responsible for quality and quantity of production and for following safety practices while clearing and trimming trees and brush away from utility lines.
• Operates and services equipment such as gasoline tools, hydraulic tools, power saws, power winches, buckets, chippers, and sprayers.
• Operates a bucket near energized lines to remove branches and tree material.
• Performs tree and bucket rescue.
• Uses hand tools such as axes, hand-lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners, etc.
• Cleans up and disposes of all debris.
• Sprays brush and stumps with proper herbicides.
• Trains new personnel.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Entry-level position, no experience required

Tools

CDL

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Plattsburgh, NY is seeking a Bucket Operator (CDL Required) for a full-time, non-exempt role. The position involves operating bucket equipment near energized lines, trimming and removing trees, and coordinating with property owners to obtain access.

The job emphasizes safety, customer relations, and adherence to procedures. Applicants must be 18+, willing to join the local union, and pass pre-employment checks. Competitive hourly pay is offered.