Bucket Operator - Lynchburg, VA

Xylem Tree Experts•Lynchburg, VA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Bucket Operator operates heavy equipment of various types to remove branches and tree material from electrical lines. Must be able to operate the Bucket Truck, Trim from the bucket and climb. Driver's license is required; CDL is preferred. This is a full-time role with benefits and overtime may be required.

Requirements

Must be knowledgeable about the daily maintenance and safe operations of all equipment used
Must possess physical strength and good balance to climb into and around mobile equipment
Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day
Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions
Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance
Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR
Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)
Must have good vision and be attentive
Must have and maintain a Driver’s License if hired for a driving position; must have and maintain a CDL and DOT Medical Card to operate any truck over 26,000 lbs.
Must be able to write, read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information
Must be able to maintain balance over uneven terrain
Must be able to communicate with others
Must have endurance necessary to perform duties throughout a standard eight or ten hour day
Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed
This position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.
Must meet I-9 requirements.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Prior heavy equipment operating experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred
High School diploma or education equivalent preferred
CDL is preferred

Responsibilities

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