Bucket Operator/installer

Job Summary

We are seeking a Bucket Operator/Installer for a direct hire opportunity in Mississauga, ON. This role is ideal for a hands-on installation professional with experience operating an articulated boom lift, working at heights, and supporting outdoor installation projects across the GTA.

As a Bucket Operator/Installer, you will work with small, skilled crews to install lights, banners, flags, displays, and seasonal decorative features, including tree lighting during the Christmas season. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, physical work, travel to different job sites, and being part of a supportive team environment.

The company offers steady work, annual reviews, paid vacation, benefits after 3 months, and a positive team-based culture. Leadership supports safety, provides company uniforms, and may assist with reinstating Working at Heights certification if expired.

Key Responsibilities

- Report to the warehouse daily to receive work orders, site instructions, tools, and installation details.
- Drive company vehicles to installation sites throughout the GTA and nearby cities as required.
- Operate an articulated boom lift or bucket truck safely while working at heights in various weather conditions.
- Install lights, banners, flags, displays, seasonal decorations, and tree lighting during the Christmas season.
- Work as part of a small installation crew of 3 to 4 people, with larger teams as needed for bigger projects.
- Support warehouse and production tasks when not working on road-based installation assignments.

Compensation and Benefits

- Direct hire position.
- Pay rate: $26.00 to $28.00 per hour.
- Regular schedule: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Summer schedule: 7:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., plus half-day Fridays.
- Busy season schedule from October to December: 7:00 p.m. to 3:00 or 4:00 a.m., with significant overtime opportunity.
- 2 weeks of vacation, increasing to 3 weeks after 1 year.
- Company shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s.
- 3 sick days.
- Annual performance reviews.
- Benefits after 3 months, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability.
- Company uniform provided.
- Travel is generally within the GTA, with nearby city travel possible. Overnight lodging is very rare.