Bucket Operator w/ CDL - Charlotte, NC

Xylem Tree Experts • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

The Bucket Operator safely and effectively operates a bucket truck to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. The role assists the Foreperson and crew with preparing equipment and materials, operating and maintaining equipment, completing daily work, and maintaining strong customer relations. Duties may include storm work as needed. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring employees to pass applicable background checks and drug screens and meet I-9 work authorization requirements.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in vegetation management.
• Bucket truck operation experience.
• Knowledge of daily maintenance and safe operation of all equipment used.
• Ability to hear verbal instructions from a distance.
• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Skid steer with mulcher operation experience.
• Experience safely operating and maintaining vehicles and equipment.
• Experience operating a woodchipper.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this safety-sensitive position.
• Meet I-9 work authorization requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Split dump driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow and help enforce safe practices and rules.
• Assist in preparing equipment and materials for each day’s work at the Foreperson’s direction.
• Operate equipment as directed by the Foreperson.
• Help maintain and repair equipment and tools used in operations.
• Assist other crew members in all aspects of daily activities and take a leadership role when required.
• Clean up and dispose of debris.
• Set up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, and other protections for employees and the public.
• Stay informed about new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee-relations policies and practices.
• Track and report mileage to the Foreperson.
• Perform storm-work duties as needed.
• Submit timesheets and billing information through the AMS system as part of daily reporting.
• Maintain above-standard customer relations.
• Report accidents.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental.
• Option to enroll in a 401(k).
• Paid time off, with eligibility and accrual timelines that vary by position and may vary for union hires.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed