CDL Bucket Truck Operator for Tree & Line Clearance

Utilities Service, LLC; Peru (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Available

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC seeks a Bucket Operator to assist with clearing and removing trees along power lines and right-of-ways. You will operate an aerial bucket truck to reach branches interfering with electrical lines and ensure safe clearances.

The role requires the ability to work near energized equipment, identify tree species, and maintain physical endurance for demanding outdoor tasks. A valid driver's license and safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be familiar with the electrical hazard.
• Possesses working knowledge and can identify tree and shrub species.
• Work demands physical energy, twisting, some lifting ability, and hand-to-eye coordination.

Responsibilities

• Plans, assigns, directs, checks, and coordinates work.
• Obtains written or oral permission from property owners to trim or remove trees or perform other work on the property. Arranges with customer or property owner to obtain access, advises of interruption, explains work to be done, etc.
• Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through the effective accomplishment of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
• 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 safe practices and rules while clearing and trimming trees and brush away from utility lines.
• Operates and services equipment, such as gasoline, 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, making proper and selective application of herbicides.
• Trains new personnel.

Skills

Electrical hazard awareness

Tree/shrub identification

Physical stamina

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC seeks a Bucket Operator to assist with clearing and removing trees along power lines and right-of-ways. You will operate an aerial bucket truck to reach branches interfering with electrical lines and ensure safe clearances.

The role requires the ability to work near energized equipment, identify tree species, and maintain physical endurance for demanding outdoor tasks. A valid driver's license and safety awareness are essential.