Power Line Tree Clearance Bucket Operator

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Sponsored Retirement Plan

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Employee Assistance Program

Life, long-term/short-term disability

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Bucket Operator in Tampa, FL. You will operate an aerial bucket truck to reach branches near power lines and assist with clearance along right‑of‑ways, ensuring safe and efficient work.

The role requires knowledge of electrical hazards, the ability to identify tree species, and physical stamina. A HS diploma and some industry experience are preferred; Driver's license is helpful, and pre-employment screening applies.

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 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.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Bucket Operator in Tampa, FL. You will operate an aerial bucket truck to reach branches near power lines and assist with clearance along right‑of‑ways, ensuring safe and efficient work.

The role requires knowledge of electrical hazards, the ability to identify tree species, and physical stamina. A HS diploma and some industry experience are preferred; Driver's license is helpful, and pre-employment screening applies.