Boom Operator / Driver

New Castle Building Products, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,950 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unparalleled work environment

Competitive pay

Job summary

New Castle Building Products, Inc. is seeking a Boom Operator/Driver for our Brooklyn location. In this role, you will safely transport materials, operate a boom crane to lift materials, and maintain safety protocols. The ideal candidate has a detail-oriented approach and strong interpersonal skills.

We offer competitive pay ranging from $29.00 to $36.00 per hour based on qualifications. Join us to be part of a dynamic team in a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• MUST have Articulated Boom Craneor Knuckle Boom Certification.
• NCCCO certification is required.
• Prior experience in building materials is a plus.
• At least 2+ years of Class A or B experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport materials to client's location.
• Operate boom to lift and move building materials.
• Inspect and adjust crane mechanisms.
• Determine load weights and check against lifting capacities.
• Maintain safety practices and attend safety meetings.

Skills

Articulated Boom Craneor Knuckle Boom Certification

NCCCO certified

Detail oriented

Customer service oriented

OSHA 10

Forklift experience

Class A or B experience

Job description

If you enjoy steady work that involves predictability, consistency where tasks are done in an orderly and systematic way and are privately recognized for your spotless safety record, then keep reading!

We are New Castle Building Products, a leading commercial and residential building materials company with over 20 locations from Maryland to Massachusetts. Our success is rooted in our commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and operational efficiency.

Boom Operator / Driver for our Brooklyn location. In this role, your responsibilities will be to safely transport material to the client's location, load/unload material from the warehouse to and from your truck as needed, and unload material when you arrive at the customer's site. We prefer experienced candidates who are professional, courteous, and always drive safely.

Day‑to‑day Responsibilities

• Operate boom to lift and move building materials from ground storage areas and trucks to top of building
• Inspect and adjust crane mechanisms or lifting accessories to prevent malfunctions or damage.
• Determine load weights and check them against lifting capacities to prevent overload.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain mechanisms such as cables, pulleys, or grappling devices, making repairs as necessary
• Operate forklift in a safe manner with proper safety equipment
• Frequent lifting and moving of material up to 80 pounds
• Ability to function in a dynamic warehouse environment including order fulfillment
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills for positive relationships with both customers and colleagues
• Observes and understands all safety practices and procedures
• Attend safety meetings as required
• You will be expected to perform other duties as assigned

Requirements for the role

• MUST have Articulated Boom Craneor Knuckle Boom Certification
• NCCCO certified
• Prior experience in building materials a plus
• Must be detail and customer service oriented
• OSHA 10
• Warehouse and truck mounted forklift experience
• At least 2+ years Class A or B experience
• CDLClass A or B license with Hazmat Endorsement

BENEFITS - Union Benefits

• Unparalleled work environment
• Competitive pay

Wage Range: $29.00 - $36.00/hour based on the Union Contract. In compliance with applicable law, this range is a good faith estimate based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations permitted by law.