Bucket Truck Operator

Job Title

Bucket Truck Operator at Penn Line Service, Inc.

A Bucket Operator’s primary responsibility is to assist with the clearing and removal of trees along electrical power lines and right‑of‑ways. The operator uses an aerial lift device (bucket truck) to reach branches interfering with electric lines, and may also operate chainsaws, pruners, brush chipper, and climbing equipment.

• Operate a bucket truck to trim trees and remove vegetation interfering with power lines.
• Use chainsaws, pruners, and brush chipper as needed.
• Climb trees using climbing equipment when required.
• Respond to emergency storm duty calls as needed.
• Travel within the service area (PA, MD, OH, VA, WV) and be available for short‑notice work assignments.

• At least 6 months of verifiable experience trimming from a bucket and/or operating a bucket in a utility line clearance or residential tree clearance setting.
• Valid driver license; CDL preferred.
• Preference for a pesticide license, though not mandatory.
• Physical ability to work in an outdoor environment and perform physically demanding tasks.

4–10 hour days, Monday‑Thursday or Tuesday‑Friday with periods of mandatory overtime. Employees must be available for emergency storm duty and may need to travel across the listed states.

Varies depending upon skills and experience.

Travel required throughout PA, MD, OH, VA, and WV. Candidates must be flexible to travel when called upon.

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

Phone: 724‑887‑9110 ext. 151

We are a drug‑free workplace and encourage minorities and females to apply. Penn Line Service is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Penn Line Service is a multi‑state specialty contractor based in Scottdale, PA, with a tree division that specializes in line clearance work and employs over 600 employees year‑round. For more information, visit