Bucket Truck Operator I-II (Pocahontas, AR)

Job Description

Job Description

Starting Wage from $20.95 / hour +

(Pay range varies with experience)

• Performs daily inspection and maintenance of chainsaws and safety equipment; must be able to safely and efficiently operate chainsaws.
• Cuts danger trees and has the ability to rope and direct trees away from hazards.
• Operates bucket truck and aerial trimming equipment to trim trees within right of way.
• Clears overhang on single and three phase lines and removes dead or danger trees over and around power lines.
• Removes trees and brush from around structures such as houses, buildings, etc.; safely removes burning trees out of the powerlines.
• Reports to crew foreman regarding work related problems, material or supply needs, and equipment. Notifies supervisor in the event of safety hazards.
• Performs traffic control duties around work area as needed.
• Must understand general safety rules and policies and promote good relations with other crew members, patron cooperatives, and the general public.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Due to our obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to our customers, the ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and the ability to work outside your regularly scheduled hours when necessary is an essential function of the job.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

BENEFITS

EEO / AA / M / F / VETS / DISABLED

Should you elect to apply for this position, AECC / AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email.

Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category.