Senior Utility Bucket Trimmer – ROW & UVM Expert

Riggs Tree Service, LLC.; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv access to earned wages

Job summary

Riggs Tree Service, LLC. is seeking an experienced Utility Bucket Trimmer to perform ROW clearing and tree trimming around utility lines from an aerial lift. This is not an entry-level position and requires hands-on knowledge of utility vegetation management.

The ideal candidate will have experience around energized electrical facilities, rigging, and complex removals, with a strong safety record and a commitment to crew safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Real-world experience with utility vegetation management (UVM) and ROW tree/brush clearing.
• Experience working around energized electrical facilities.
• Experience with rigging and complex tree removals.
• CDL or the ability to obtain one.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Experience with storm restoration.
• Strong safety record.
• Experience with utility line-clearance or vegetation management contractor is highly desirable.

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 hazardous trees, limbs, and vegetation conditions that could impact utility facilities.
• Follow utility specifications, work plans, and customer requirements.
• Assist with rigging and complex tree removals.
• Support storm restoration and emergency response operations when needed.
• Complete daily vehicle, equipment, and aerial lift inspections.
• Work with ground crews and leadership to keep jobs safe, efficient, and productive.

Skills

Utility vegetation management

Right-of-way clearing

Tree trimming and removals

Operating aerial lift

Hazard recognition

Rigging and removals

Storm restoration experience

Safety consciousness

Tools

Chainsaws

Pole saws

Hand saws

Aerial lift equipment

Bucket trucks

Rigging gear

Electrical hazard awareness

Job description

Riggs Tree Service, LLC. is seeking an experienced Utility Bucket Trimmer to perform ROW clearing and tree trimming around utility lines from an aerial lift. This is not an entry-level position and requires hands-on knowledge of utility vegetation management.

The ideal candidate will have experience around energized electrical facilities, rigging, and complex removals, with a strong safety record and a commitment to crew safety and efficiency.