Bucket Truck Operator

Bucket Truck Operator – Penn Line Family of Companies

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist with the clearing and removal of trees along electrical power lines and right‑of‑ways.
• Operate an aerial lift device (bucket truck) to reach branches interfering with electric lines.
• Operate chainsaws, pruners, brush chipper and may be called upon to climb trees using climbing equipment.
• Safe and efficient handling of tree trimming and line clearance operations.

• Minimum 6 months verifiable experience trimming from a bucket in a utility line clearance or residential tree clearance setting.
• CDL license or valid driver license is preferred.
• Pesticide license beneficial but not mandatory.

• 4–10 hour days, either Monday–Thursday or Tuesday–Friday with periods of mandatory overtime.
• Employees are also required to work emergency storm duty as needed.

• Varies depending on skills and experience.

• Travel required throughout various states including PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV.
• Candidates must be flexible to travel when called upon as work locations may change on short notice based on contract demands.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement, Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Weekly pay

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. More information is available on our website at

We encourage minorities and females to apply.

EOE, including disability/vets.

In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non‑job related disability, or any other protected group status.

We are a Drug‑Free Workplace.

Accessibility:
If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at Phone: 724‑887‑9110 ext: 151.