Boom Truck Driver Operator (IN)

National Salvage & Service Corporation; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Salvage & Service Corporation seeks a skilled operator to manage knuckle booms/grapples for loading wooden materials. The role demands previous operating experience, a valid CDL, and the ability to work long hours outdoors in various conditions. Competitive hourly pay and full health benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Time and a half pay after 40 hours

Lodging paid by company

Full health benefits

401(K) retirement plan with matching

Paid time off

Stable work through all seasons

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a knuckle boom, log loader, or grapple required.
• Must hold a valid CDL.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate rear-mounted knuckle boom to pick up utility poles and loading materials.
• Fill out daily paperwork and operate chainsaw.
• Work long hours in varying weather conditions and travel during the work week.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Ability to work in various weather conditions

Basic smartphone usage

Job description

National Salvage is currently seeking skilled individuals to operate rear-mounted Knuckle Booms/Grapples to load wooden materials such as: utility poles, reels, and pallets. If you enjoy working outside and following a procedure to ensure safety and accuracy, then this is the career for you! At National we focus on results and getting the job completed the right way, the first time. To be considered you MUST have previous experience operating a knuckle boom, log loader, or grapple. This position requires a CDL and traveling throughout the state of Indiana.

DUTIES, TASKS, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Picking up powerline poles using a rear mounted log loader boom
• Loading trucks or rail cars in a fast-paced environment
• Operating a chainsaw
• Removing debris at sites using log loader boom
• Able to work long hours, overtime, and possible weekends in various weather conditions
• Willing to travel during the work week, typically home on weekends
• Filling out daily paperwork
• Ability to use a smartphone, GPS, and Electronic Logging Device

POSITION-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

• Able to work long hours, in all weather conditions
• Hold valid driver’s license, a CDL is required
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds
• Follow all Safety Program, Policies and Procedures
• Completely and accurately fill out daily paperwork
• Able to learn the basic use of a smartphone
• Basic mechanical knowledge in order to make small repairs (change hydraulic hose, grease and lube, safety walk around inspection)
• Able to pass pre-employment drug test and random drug tests after hiring

BENEFITS OF NATIONAL:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Typically 50-60 hours a week, with time and a half pay after 40 hours
• All lodging paid for by company
• Full health benefits including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and more
• 401(K) retirement plan with company matching
• Paid time off
• Stable work through all seasons with, full time work through the winter