Bucket Truck Operator

Job Description: A Bucket Operator's primary responsibility is to assist with the clearing & removal of trees along electrical power lines and right-of-ways. A Bucket Operator operates an aerial lift device (bucket truck) to reach branches interfering with electric lines. The Bucket Operator also operates chain saws, pruners, brush chipper and may be called upon to climb trees using climbing equipment. A bucket operator should have at least 6 months' verifiable experience trimming out of a bucket and/ or running a bucket in a utility line clearance and/or residential tree clearance setting. A CDL License / Valid Driver License is Preferred. We also specialize in Vegetation Management so a pesticide license would be beneficial, but it's not mandatory.

Work Schedule: 4 -10 HR days, either; Monday thru Thursday or Tuesday thru Friday with periods of mandatory overtime. Employees are also required to work emergency storm duty as need arises.

Rate of Pay: Varies depending upon Skills and Experience.

Work Area: Travel required throughout various states including PA, MD, OH, VA, & WV

Candidates must be flexible to travel when called upon since work locations are subject to change upon short notice based on contract demands.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off!! We Pay Weekly!!

Penn Line Service is a multi-state specialty contractor based in Scottdale, PA. Our tree division, which specializes in line clearance work, employs over 600 employees who work on a year round basis. You can locate more information on our website at

We are a Drug-Free Workplace.

We encourage minorities and females to apply.

EOE, including disability/vets

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