Bucket Operator - Culpeper, VA
About The Position
The Bucket Operator effectively and safely operates a bucket truck to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. This is a safety sensitive position that requires employees to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job. XKIG provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
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.
- Participates in E-Verify.
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.
- Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules.
- 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)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
