Bucket Operator - Boone, NC

Xylem Tree Experts • Boone, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Bucket Operator effectively and safely operates a bucket truck to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. This role involves assisting in preparing equipment, operating machinery as directed, and maintaining tools and equipment. The operator is also responsible for site cleanup, public safety measures, and maintaining positive customer relations. Daily reporting and storm work duties are also part of the role.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license is required.
• Two years’ experience in Vegetation Management.
• Bucket truck operation experience required.
• Knowledge of daily maintenance and safe operations of all equipment used.
• Able to hear verbal instructions from a distance.
• Must have a driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Must have skid steer w/ mulcher operation experience.
• Experience in safe operations and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Must have experience operating woodchipper.
• Must meet I-9 requirements.
• Employees to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Nice To Haves

• Split dump driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Effectively and safely operates a bucket truck to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines.
• Assist in preparing equipment and materials for each day’s work at Foreperson’s direction.
• Operate equipment as directed by 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.
• Cleans up and disposes of all debris.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public.
• Keeps informed on new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practices.
• Track and report mileage to Foreperson.
• Perform duties for storm work as needed.
• Performs daily reporting using AMS system to submit timesheets and billing information.
• Maintain above standard customer relations.
• Accident Reporting.

Benefits

• health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental
• option for enrollment in a 401K
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED