BUCKET TRUCK OPERATOR

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Under the direct supervision of the Foreperson, a Bucket Operator:
Plans, assigns, directs, checks, and coordinates work.
Responsible for quality and quantity of production and for following safe practices and rules while clearing and trimming trees and brush away.
Must be familiar with the hazards.
Removes branches and tree material.
Operates a Bucket near energized lines/ buildings
Helps Cleans up and disposes of all debris.
Operates and services equipment, such as gasoline, hydraulic tools, power saws, power winches, bucket, chipper.
Uses hand-tools, such as axes, hand-lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners, etc.
Obtains written permission from property owners to trim or remove trees or perform other work on property. Arranges with customer or property owner to obtain access, advises of interruption, explains work to be done, etc.
Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through the effective accomplishment of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around work area
Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking street or driveways.
Performs tree and bucket rescue.
Trains new personnel.
Works in all temperatures and will be exposed to nature i.e., irritating plants and biting or stinging insects.
Works near energized parts or equipment.
Works around excessive noise from machines with proper hearing protection.
Possesses working knowledge and be able to identify tree and shrub species.
Exposed to hazards of working near power equipment, traffic, high voltage wires, and falling debris

Minimum Requirements
Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.
Must be able to wear necessary PPE as necessary.
Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold.
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
Must be able to comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information.
Must be able to verbally communicate with other crew members and fully understand instructions and information.
Must be familiar with hazards.
Work demands physical energy, twisting, some lifting ability.
Uses machines, tools, equipment, and work aides used include chainsaws, hydraulic tools, and hand tools as required.
Must have transportation to and from the startup location.
Must have a valid CDL if needed
Must pass a background and/or MVR check.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.