CDL Bucket Truck Operator

DeAngelo Contracting Services; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

DeAngelo Contracting Services in Massachusetts is seeking an experienced CDL Bucket Truck Operator to perform professional tree trimming and removal along state highways. You will operate bucket trucks and other CDL equipment, with emphasis on safety around traffic and utilities.

This role requires hands-on tree work, pre-trip inspections, and collaboration with a crew to maintain rights-of-way. A valid CDL, clean MVR, OSHA 10, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather are essential;

Qualifications

• CDL license with a clean MVR required.
• Minimum 5 years of clean MVR.
• OSHA 10 and up-to-date medical card required.
• Experience operating bucket trucks and performing tree trimming/removal.
• Ability to work outdoors around traffic and utilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming, pruning, and removals along state highways and rights-of-way.
• Operate bucket trucks to access and trim/remove trees and branches safely.
• Assist with tree takedowns, including cutting and lowering limbs and sections.
• Operate chainsaws and other hand/power tools used in professional tree work.
• Load, haul, and remove brush, logs, and debris from work areas.
• Maintain and care for trucks, equipment, and tools.

Skills

CDL License

Tree trimming

Chainsaw

Traffic safety

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Bucket trucks

Chainsaws

Hand tools

Job description

DCS is a family owned and operated business with treating all employees like family at the core of our values. Our employees provide innovative, safe, and high-quality infrastructure/maintenance contracting services to State DOTs, railroads, and other commercial/residential customers across the entire United States. Employees receive generous compensation packages, employee engagement events & career development programs, just to name a few of the perks of being part of the DCS family!

To provide quality service, we need top-of-the-line employees. That is why we offer great compensation, awesome benefits, and a work environment worth bragging about!

Job Description

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is seeking an experienced CDL Bucket Truck Operator with a strong background in professional tree trimming and removal. The successful candidate will operate bucket trucks and other CDL-required equipment while performing tree trimming, removals, and right-of-way vegetation maintenance along state highways. Candidates should have hands-on experience with tree work, equipment operation, and working safely around traffic and utilities.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform tree trimming, pruning, and removals along state highways and rights-of-way.
• Operate bucket trucks to safely access and trim/remove trees and branches.
• Assist with tree takedowns, including cutting, lowering, and processing limbs and sections of trees.
• Operate chainsaws and other hand and power tools used in professional tree work.
• Load, haul, and remove brush, logs, limbs, and other tree debris from work areas.
• Safely work around traffic, overhead utilities, and other roadside hazards.
• Perform traffic control measures and establish appropriate work-zone safety areas.
• Safely operate dump trucks, bucket trucks, and other CDL-required vehicles and equipment within the employee’s license classification.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Properly secure tools, equipment, logs, brush, and materials for transportation.
• Maintain and care for assigned trucks, equipment, and tools.
• Follow all company, DOT, OSHA, and job-site safety requirements.
• May operate standard-shift/manual transmission vehicles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Valid CDLappropriate for the equipment being operated.
• 5 years clean MVR (motor vehicle record)
• OSHA 10 and up-to-date medical card required
• Previous professional experience operating bucket trucks.
• Experience performing tree trimming, tree removal, and/or arboricultural work strongly preferred.
• Ability to safely operate chainsaws and other tree-care equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors and perform physically demanding work in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work safely around traffic, roadside hazards, and overhead utilities.
• Must be able to follow safety procedures and work effectively as part of a crew.

Additional Information

Benefits & Compensation

• Compensation range: Prevailing wage rates apply
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Employee referral bonus

DCS is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all hiring and employment regulations. In the event an ADA accommodation is needed, DCS is happy to help all employees achieve gainful employment in an atmosphere where they are appreciated and respected. DCS offers subcontracting services to government agencies as such, candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings such as criminal background checks, pre-employment, post-accident & reasonable impairment drug screenings, motor vehicle record checks, etc. as such, DCS complies with all federal and state regulatory guidelines including the FCRA.