Experienced Utility Bucket Trimmer - ROW/Powerline Work

Riggs Tree Service, LLC.; Big Cabin (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Riggs Tree Service, LLC in Oklahoma is seeking an experienced Utility Bucket Trimmer skilled in utility vegetation management and ROW clearance. You will operate an aerial lift, trim around energized lines, and work with a ROW crew to keep rights-of-way safe and clear.

This is not an entry-level role; wage is negotiable based on experience, with top pay for top trimmers. Candidates should have hands-on experience with chainsaws, rigging, and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Real-world experience in utility vegetation management (UVM) and ROW tree/brush clearing.
• Experience trimming around energized electrical facilities and working near utility infrastructure.
• Proven ability with chainsaws, pole saws, and related equipment; rigging experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform trimming, pruning, clearing, and removals from an aerial lift.
• Clear trees and brush from utility rights-of-way.
• Operate bucket trucks and vegetation-management tools safely around energized lines.
• Identify hazardous conditions and follow safety plans and customer specifications.
• Assist with rigging and complex removals; support storm restoration when needed.

Skills

UVM experience

ROW clearing

Tree trimming

Pruning

Removals

Working around energized lines

Chainsaws

Pole saws

Rigging

Safety procedures

Storm restoration

Aerial lift operation

Effective communication

Tools

Bucket truck operation

Job description

Riggs Tree Service, LLC in Oklahoma is seeking an experienced Utility Bucket Trimmer skilled in utility vegetation management and ROW clearance. You will operate an aerial lift, trim around energized lines, and work with a ROW crew to keep rights-of-way safe and clear.

This is not an entry-level role; wage is negotiable based on experience, with top pay for top trimmers. Candidates should have hands-on experience with chainsaws, rigging, and safety procedures.