A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required.
Candidates must be at least 21 years old to operate company vehicles.
Candidates must be able to safely operate a bucket truck or aerial lift, or demonstrate similar construction-equipment experience.
Candidates must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying, and climbing.
Candidates must pass a background check, motor vehicle report, and frequent drug screenings, including marijuana screening.
Candidates must be able to read plans, instructions, and measurements and use basic math and tape-measure skills.
A CDL Class A or Class B is advantageous but not required.
Responsibilities
Safely operate bucket trucks and aerial lift equipment on roadway and electrical construction projects.
Install, maintain, and repair traffic signals, streetlights, intelligent transportation systems equipment, and related infrastructure.
Work safely at heights and in varying weather conditions.
Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment.
Drive company vehicles and equipment to and from job sites.
Operate equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and company safety standards.
Load, unload, transport, and secure materials, tools, and equipment.
Support traffic-control operations, including flagging when required.
Perform routine maintenance and inspections on assigned equipment.
Assist field crews with installation, construction, and maintenance activities.
Maintain required personal protective equipment, tools, and safety equipment.
Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and required training programs.
Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in traffic-signal, roadway-lighting, electrical, telecommunications, utility, or infrastructure construction.
Experience operating excavators, skid steers, forklifts, or telehandlers.
Traffic-control and flagging experience.
A CDL may qualify candidates for additional responsibilities and equipment operation.
Experienced Bucket Truck Operator
Jack Harper Electrical (JHE) is the Gulf Coast Region's leading highway electrical contractor specializing in traffic signals, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), roadway lighting, and decorative lighting. We are looking for a motivated and experienced Bucket Truck Operator to join our team and support the installation, maintenance, and repair of transportation and electrical infrastructure projects. If you have experience operating bucket trucks, aerial lifts, or line construction equipment and are committed to safe, high-quality work, we'd like to hear from you.
What You'll Do
Safely operate bucket trucks and aerial lift equipment on roadway and electrical construction projects.
Install, maintain, and repair traffic signals, streetlights, ITS equipment, and related infrastructure.
Work safely at heights and in various weather conditions.
Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment.
Drive company vehicles and equipment to and from job sites.
Operate equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and company safety standards.
Load, unload, transport, and secure materials, tools, and equipment.
Support traffic control operations, including flagging when required.
Perform routine maintenance and inspections on assigned equipment.
Assist field crews with installation, construction, and maintenance activities.
Maintain required PPE, tools, and safety equipment.
Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and required training programs.
Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For: Required Qualifications
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Minimum age of 21 to operate company vehicles.
Ability to safely operate a bucket truck, aerial lift, or demonstrate similar construction equipment experience.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to lift, carry, climb, and perform physically demanding work.
Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
Ability to pass a background check, motor vehicle report (MVR), and frequent drug screenings (to include marijuana).
Bonus Experience (Not required)
Experience in traffic signal, roadway lighting, electrical, telecommunications, utility, or infrastructure construction.
Experience operating excavators, skid steers, forklifts, or telehandlers.
Traffic control and flagging experience.
Additional Advantage
CDL Class A or Class B is a strong plus and highly valued, but not required.
Candidates with a CDL may have opportunities for additional responsibilities and equipment operation.
Skills
Safe equipment operation
Equipment inspections and preventative maintenance
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Communication and teamwork
Ability to read plans, instructions, and measurements