CDL Bucket Operator — Utility & Tree Crew

Asplundh Tree Expert Co; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits vary by location

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert Co. in Plattsburgh, NY is hiring a Bucket Operator (CDL required). This full-time, non-exempt role involves operating and maintaining equipment, trimming trees near utility lines, coordinating with customers, and ensuring safety and quality on the job site.

You will work with a team to complete tasks efficiently while complying with safety rules and company procedures. The position offers a competitive hourly wage within the stated range and benefits vary by location.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be familiar with the electrical hazard.
• Must be willing to join local union and pay union dues.

Responsibilities

• Plans, assigns, directs, checks, and coordinates work.
• Obtains permission from property owners to trim or remove trees or perform work on the property.
• Promotes good customer and public relations through effective work and crew behavior.
• Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
• Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in the work area.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, etc., to protect people and property.
• Responsible for quality and quantity of production and for safe practices while clearing vegetation near lines.
• Operates and maintains equipment such as saws, winches, buckets, chippers, sprayers.
• Performs bucket operations near energized lines to remove branches.
• Performs tree and bucket rescue and uses general hand tools.
• Cleans up and disposes of debris; sprays brush and stumps as needed.
• Trains new personnel.

Skills

Age requirement

Electrical hazard awareness

Tree/shrub ID

Physical ability

Union membership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Entry-level position

Previous experience is a plus

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert Co. in Plattsburgh, NY is hiring a Bucket Operator (CDL required). This full-time, non-exempt role involves operating and maintaining equipment, trimming trees near utility lines, coordinating with customers, and ensuring safety and quality on the job site.

You will work with a team to complete tasks efficiently while complying with safety rules and company procedures. The position offers a competitive hourly wage within the stated range and benefits vary by location.