Tree Cutter Jobs in Massachusetts (NOW HIRING)

DCS is a family owned and operated business with treating all employees like family at the core of our values. Our employees provide innovative, safe, and high-quality infrastructure/maintenance contracting services to State DOTs, railroads, and other commercial/residential customers across the entire United States. Employees receive generous compensation packages, employee engagement events & career development programs, just to name a few of the perks of being part of the DCS family!

To provide quality service, we need top-of-the-line employees. That is why we offer great compensation, awesome benefits, and a work environment worth bragging about! 

**We strongly encourage women and individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply!**

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is seeking an experienced CDL Bucket Truck Operator with a strong background in professional tree trimming and removal. The successful candidate will operate bucket trucks and other CDL-required equipment while performing tree trimming, removals, and right-of-way vegetation maintenance along state highways. Candidates should have hands-on experience with tree work, equipment operation, and working safely around traffic and utilities. 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform tree trimming, pruning, and removals along state highways and rights-of-way.
• Operate bucket trucks to safely access and trim/remove trees and branches.
• Assist with tree takedowns, including cutting, lowering, and processing limbs and sections of trees.
• Operate chainsaws and other hand and power tools used in professional tree work.
• Load, haul, and remove brush, logs, limbs, and other tree debris from work areas.
• Safely work around traffic, overhead utilities, and other roadside hazards.
• Perform traffic control measures and establish appropriate work-zone safety areas.
• Safely operate dump trucks, bucket trucks, and other CDL-required vehicles and equipment within the employee's license classification.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Properly secure tools, equipment, logs, brush, and materials for transportation.
• Maintain and care for assigned trucks, equipment, and tools.
• Follow all company, DOT, OSHA, and job-site safety requirements.
• May operate standard-shift/manual transmission vehicles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Valid CDL appropriate for the equipment being operated.
• 5 years clean MVR (motor vehicle record) 
• OSHA 10 and up-to-date medical card required 
• Previous professional experience operating bucket trucks.
• Experience performing tree trimming, tree removal, and/or arboricultural work strongly preferred.
• Ability to safely operate chainsaws and other tree-care equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors and perform physically demanding work in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work safely around traffic, roadside hazards, and overhead utilities.
• Must be able to follow safety procedures and work effectively as part of a crew.

Benefits & Compensation

• Compensation range: Prevailing wage rates apply 
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development opportunities
• Employee referral bonus

Come be a part of the DeAngelo family, today! 

DCS is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all hiring and employment regulations. In the event an ADA accommodation is needed, DCS is happy to help all employees achieve gainful employment in an atmosphere where they are appreciated and respected. DCS offers subcontracting services to government agencies as such, candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings such as criminal background checks, pre-employment, post-accident & reasonable impairment drug screenings, motor vehicle record checks, etc. as such, DCS complies with all federal and state regulatory guidelines including the FCRA.