Bucket Operator (Union - IBEW Local 94) - New Milford, NJ

Bucket Operator (Union - IBEW Local 94) - New Milford, NJ

The Bucket Operator is responsible for trimming, pruning, and removing trees with the aid of a bucket truck or other equipment or tools.

Essential Functions :

• Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules
• Assist in preparing truck and materials needed for each day at General Foreperson's direction
• Perform professional tree maintenance activities as directed by General Foreperson
• Clear and trim trees and brush away from utility lines; remove branches and tree material
• Clean up and dispose of all debris
• Maintain and keep track of all tools and equipment used in daily operations
• Constantly observe and practice climbing and tree maintenance skills in a continued effort to improve your own professional skills
• Be ready and willing to assist other crew members in all aspects of daily activities
• Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the work area by enforcing safe job practices, keeping work area clean and orderly, and staying in frequent voice communication with co-workers
• Perform duties for storm work as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities :

Aerial Lift Trimmers have no direct reports.

Experience Requirements :

Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred; previous aerial lift experience preferred

Education Requirements :

High School diploma or education equivalent preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Work authorization requirements : Must meet I-9 requirements.

Affirmative Action / EEO statement : Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide 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.

Benefits Offered : This is a full-time union position.