Bucket Truck

Bucket trucks that can reach from between 29 and 45 feet are commonly used for electric power distribution and  telecommunications service providers.

Fleet Requirement

Telecommunications fleets require vehicles that are highly maneuverable, can be operated by one person, and is able to reach up to 45 feet heights. Similarly, electric power distribution fleets need to know that they’re getting the most effective insulation system available due the additional risk of bodily injury. Electric utility maintenance bucket trucks must be operated by a minimum of two technicians.

Those that can reach 45 feet in the air are able access standard utility poles, which normally measure 40 feet in height. Utility poles often support telecommunications cable and electric cable as well.

When this happens, telephone cable is strung lowest, at around 15.5 feet, while electric power distribution cable is strung higher. In the United States, the higher the voltage that is carried by a cable, the further it must be from the ground.

Bucket trucks use

These trucks are built in a variety of sizes and shapes and are used for many different purposes. The most common is power linemen, however they are also used in the field to lift workers and/or materials for utilities work, building maintenance, tree trimming, and sign installation and maintenance. In addition, they can be used for highway and railway bridge inspections, maintenance, and repairs

A CDL License is usually not required