Experienced Utility Bucket Trimmer - ROW & UVM

Riggs Tree Service, LLC.; Vinita (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Riggs Tree Service, LLC is seeking an experienced Utility Bucket Trimmer to join our ROW crew. This is not an entry-level role; you should have hands-on knowledge of utility vegetation management, the ability to operate an aerial lift, and experience trimming around power lines.

As part of our ROW team, you will perform trimming, pruning, removals, and rigging from bucket trucks, while following safety procedures and utility specifications.

Qualifications

• Real-world experience with utility vegetation management (UVM) and ROW tree/brush clearing.
• Experience trimming around energized utility lines and working near utility infrastructure.
• Ability to operate aerial lifts, chainsaws, pole saws safely and efficiently.
• Familiarity with rigging, crew safety, and following utility work plans.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree trimming, pruning, clearing, and removals from an aerial lift.
• Clear trees, limbs, and brush from utility rights-of-way.
• Work safely around energized electrical conductors and utility infrastructure.
• Operate bucket trucks, chainsaws, pole saws, and related vegetation management equipment.
• Identify hazards and follow utility specifications and customer requirements.
• Assist with rigging and complex tree removals and with storm restoration when needed.

Skills

UVM experience

ROW clearing

Tree trimming

Hazard recognition

Rigging

Safety

Emergency response

Equipment operation

Tools

Bucket trucks

Chainsaws

Pole saws

Job description

Riggs Tree Service, LLC is seeking an experienced Utility Bucket Trimmer to join our ROW crew. This is not an entry-level role; you should have hands-on knowledge of utility vegetation management, the ability to operate an aerial lift, and experience trimming around power lines.

As part of our ROW team, you will perform trimming, pruning, removals, and rigging from bucket trucks, while following safety procedures and utility specifications.