Boom Truck Driver

About the role

The Boom Truck Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient transport of construction materials and equipment to and from job sites within the local area and surrounding regions. This role involves operating a boom truck, including towing equipment trailers, and supporting jobsite operations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Transport construction materials and equipment to and from jobsite locations in a safe and efficient manner.
• Properly secure loads using chains, binders, straps, and other appropriate methods prior to transport.
• Load, unload, and hoist materials using a boom truck and related equipment.
• Perform general labor duties at construction sites as needed to support project operations.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, including timely and accurate incident reporting; promptly communicate concerns to the Foreman, Superintendent, General Superintendent, Safety Director, or other management.
• Maintain a clean and organized jobsite by collecting materials, tools, and equipment, and securing the site daily to reduce hazards.
• Keep the supervisor informed of any issues—written or verbal—that may impact job performance or company operations.
• Conduct routine inspections and basic preventative maintenance on assigned equipment; report defects or repair needs to the Director of Logistics.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent, along with two or more years of experience operating a boom truck or a similar tractor-trailer combination hauling equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A current and valid CDL Class A license.
• Working knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations, especially Hours of Service.
• Ability to use Electronic Logging Device (ELD).
• Ability to read maps, follow directions, and navigate with GPS.
• Ability to understand and comply with all Company and Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) safety protocols.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, when working with all levels of management, employees, external vendors, and other business partners.
• Ability to understand, follow, and convey written and oral instructions.
• Ability to reliably meet attendance schedules as required by management and/or project needs.

Preferred

• OSHA-10 training preferred.

Physical Demands

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation, and meet DOT medical qualifications.
• The physical demands include the ability to handle physically demanding work involving sustained physical exertion and exposure to adverse and variable weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, rain, snow, dust, and noise typical of construction sites.
• The employee must sit for extended periods and repeatedly enter and exit the vehicle.
• The role also requires standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, stretching, and reaching to perform inspections, secure loads, operate controls, and complete tasks.
• The employee must lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, including handling equipment, tools, or materials.
• Use of the hands and arms to steer, shift, brake, and operate the vehicle and trailer controls is required.
• The position requires operating and interacting with electronic systems, including using an Electronic Logging Device (ELD) to accurately record hours of service, duty status changes, and other DOT-required information.
• The employee must be able to view, enter, and verify electronic data on handheld or in-cab devices.
• The position also requires the ability to see, hear, and speak clearly to safely operate equipment, respond to traffic and jobsite conditions, communicate with dispatch and coworkers, and comply with DOT safety requirements.

Work Environment

• The work environment involves exposure to machinery, loud noises, and various weather and terrain conditions.
• Employees often work alone or with others.