Vegetation Management Bucket Operator

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Milhouse Forestry headquartered out of Atlanta, Georgia, is a member of the Milhouse Family of Companies. At Milhouse, we pride ourselves on being a team of problem‑solving professionals bringing over 20 years’ experience.

We are dedicated to safe, efficient, and innovative services in Engineering, Construction, Snow Maintenance and now Vegetation Management.

Joining the Milhouse team, you will be challenged to consistently exceed the expectations of the clients for whom we work and the communities we serve.

As a full‑time utility contractor, Milhouse Forestry performs tree right‑of‑way clearing and maintenance, vegetation management with herbicides, emergency storm work, and logistical support.

We are currently seeking a full‑time Bucket Operator to join our growing team. This is a non‑union position reporting out of our Atlanta headquarters to the Vegetation Management Foreman.

• Responsible for quality and quantity of production and for following safe practices, complying with all rules and guidelines associated with clearing and trimming trees and brush away from utility lines.
• Sprays brush and stumps, making proper and selective application of herbicides.
• Removes all designated branches and tree material.
• Capable of operating a bucket near energized lines.
• Responsible for cleaning up and disposing of all debris.
• Operates and services equipment, such as gasoline, hydraulic tools, power saws, power winches, bucket, chipper, and sprayers.
• Uses hand‑tools, such as axes, hand‑lines, saws, block and tackle, pruners, etc.
• Obtains written or oral permission from property owners to trim or remove trees or perform other work on property. Arranges with customer or property owner to obtain access, advises of interruption, explains work to be done, etc.
• Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through the effective accomplishment of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of team members on the crew.
• Safeguards team members and the public from hazards in and around the work area by notifying and setting up the proper safety barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public.
• Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking street or driveways.
• Performs tree and bucket rescue.
• Supports the training of new team members as appropriate.
• Works in all temperatures and will be exposed to nature, i.e., irritating plants and biting or stinging insects.
• Possesses working knowledge and be able to identify tree and shrub species.

• Familiar with the electrical hazards, especially as it pertains to bucket operation and working near power lines.
• Uses machines, tools, equipment, and work aides such as chainsaws, hydraulic tools, and hand tools as required.
• Must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time, due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry.
• Must wear necessary PPE throughout the workday.
• Capable of entering and exiting a vehicle numerous times a day.
• Able to perform duties on shifts throughout a standard 8‑ or 10‑hour day.
• Can interpret and follow appropriate OSHA standards along with company policies.
• Strong skills in comprehension, written and verbal communications.
• Availability for emergency call‑out including holidays and weekends or work call‑outs.
• Work demands physical energy, twisting, some lifting ability, hand‑to‑eye coordination. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from assigned work locations.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License, pass a background check, drug screen and Motor Vehicle Record review.
• A current CDL is a plus.
• Spanish speaking is a plus.

• Exposure to weather conditions including extreme cold, heat, sun, and rain.
• Able to navigate through various types of terrain, which could include uneven ground.
• Exposed to nature including dense foliage, insects and seasonal plants.
• Works near energized parts, high voltage power lines, falling limbs or powered equipment.
• Can work in traffic depending on work site location, which varies.