<span>Bucket Operator/Aerial Lift Trimmer - Monticello, FL</span>

Xylem Tree Experts - Monticello, FL

Full-time

Monticello, FL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Aerial Lift Trimmer is responsible for trimming, pruning, and removing trees using a bucket truck or other equipment. This role requires adherence to safety practices and effective communication with team members to ensure safe and efficient operations in tree maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Observe and practice climbing and tree maintenance skills to improve professional skills.
• Assist other crew members in all aspects of daily activities.
• Safeguard employees and public from hazards by enforcing safe job practices and keeping work area clean.
• Perform duties for storm work as needed.

Requirements

• Previous professional experience as an aerial lift trimmer/bucket operator is required.
• Driver's license is required to be considered for this opportunity.
• Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred; previous aerial lift experience preferred.
• High School diploma or education equivalent preferred.
• Must demonstrate a working knowledge of all knots, ropes, and rigging devices used in tree trimming and removal operations.
• Must be able to identify tree species.
• Familiarity with electrical hazards and appropriate operating procedures when in proximity to electrical conductors is required.
• Ability to work and maneuver at considerable heights under varying and adverse weather conditions is necessary.
• Physical strength and agility, good balance, and good depth perception are required.
• Ability to hear verbal instructions from a distance is necessary.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Ability to administer and implement emergency rescue techniques, including tree rescue and applicable first aid techniques is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in storm restoration work is a plus.