Boom Operator

Watson Building Supplies - Burlington; Burlington; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Company paid Life insurance

Paid Holidays & Vacation Days

401(k) Retirement Plan with company

Job summary

Watson Building Supplies - Burlington is seeking a Boom Truck Operator to transport materials to job sites and safely place them as requested. The role requires operating a boom/mobile crane, maintaining equipment, and ensuring load security while delivering excellent service on construction sites.

The position requires a valid DZ/AZ driver’s license with at least two years of experience, a 0–8-ton crane certification with at least one year of experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Valid DZ/AZ driver’s license (or equivalent) with a minimum of two years of experience.
• 0–8-ton mobile crane certification with a minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Practical written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Basic hand tool skills.

Responsibilities

• Transport loads to job sites following road rules and represent the company to high standards.
• Maintain vehicle and crane maintenance; verify load security and accuracy; deliver materials to customer satisfaction.
• Communicate with customers and other trades on construction sites.
• Maintain contact with dispatch and resolve issues as they arise.
• Prepare trucks for reloading and assist warehouse staff; follow regulations and company policies.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Valid DZ/AZ driver’s license

Two years experience

Good communication skills

Independent and team worker

Basic math

Basic hand tools

Tools

0–8-ton mobile crane certification

Job description

Watson Building Supplies - Burlington

Burlington, ON A9A

Position Purpose:

The Boom Truck Operator transports products to job sites and places these materials in requested

Work Location:

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform circle-checks and complete logbook entries. Transport loads in a professional manner, following the road rules and representing the company to the highest standards.
• Ensure proper vehicle and boom/ mobile crane maintenance and servicing. Verify load security and accuracy. Deliver materials to the satisfaction of customers and maintain an emphasis on safety, service, and efficiency. Safe operation of the boom/ mobile crane while loading and unloading. Communicate with customers and other trades on construction sites.
• Maintain contact with dispatch and work to resolve issues as they arise.
• Prepare trucks for reloading and assist warehouse staff as needed. Follow all regulations, company policies, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Basic Qualifications Valid DZ/AZdriver’s license (or equivalent) with a minimum oftwo years of experienceand aclean driver’s abstract. 0–8-ton mobile crane certification with a minimum of 1 year of experience. Practical written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Basic hand tool skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 100lbs. Sitting and driving for long periods.
• Frequently climbing up and downstairs. Pulling, pushing, bending, and torso twisting movements to transfer building materials between truck and job site.

Position Purpose:

The Boom Truck Operator transports products to job sites and places these materials in requested

Work Location:

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform circle-checks and complete logbook entries. Transport loads in a professional manner, following the road rules and representing the company to the highest standards.
• Ensure proper vehicle and boom/ mobile crane maintenance and servicing. Verify load security and accuracy. Deliver materials to the satisfaction of customers and maintain an emphasis on safety, service, and efficiency. Safe operation of the boom/ mobile crane while loading and unloading. Communicate with customers and other trades on construction sites.
• Maintain contact with dispatch and work to resolve issues as they arise.
• Prepare trucks for reloading and assist warehouse staff as needed. Follow all regulations, company policies, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Basic Qualifications Valid DZ/AZdriver’s license (or equivalent) with a minimum oftwo years of experienceand aclean driver’s abstract. 0–8-ton mobile crane certification with a minimum of 1 year of experience. Practical written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Basic hand tool skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 100lbs. Sitting and driving for long periods.
• Frequently climbing up and downstairs. Pulling, pushing, bending, and torso twisting movements to transfer building materials between truck and job site.

The (range of) compensation for this position is $29.18 to $34.42Job Location: GMS Family of Locations - Burlington3191 Mainway Burlington, ON L7M 1A6

SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, is committed to providing equal employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to any ground protected by applicable human rights legislation, including but not limited to race, colour, sex, gender, identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age (except as provided by law), religion, ethnic or national origin, or disability.

If you require an accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability, please contact Human Resources at 855.556.3221, or by email at: [e-mail] with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply.

Employment offers may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check that could include a criminal reference check with law enforcement authorities, a verification of your academic credentials and an employment verification with former employers, as permitted by law.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, Group RRSP, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs. All benefits subject to eligibility.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries for all team members paid weekly
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Volunteer Day, Holidays, Birthday, and Floating Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance Program
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Flexible and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Company paid Life insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Additional Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability also offered
• Mental, Physical and Emotional Well-Being Programs for Employees and Families
• Wellness Program and Safety Program with Bonuses for our Drivers
• Employee Referral Bonus Program