Boom Truck Driver Operator (IN)

National Salvage & Service Corporation; New Haven (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Salvage & Service Corporation seeks skilled individuals for the operation of rear-mounted Knuckle Booms/Grapples in Indiana. This position requires a CDL, experience with loading materials, and a strong commitment to safety and accuracy in all weather conditions. Employees can expect competitive pay, extensive benefits, and full-time work throughout the year.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

All lodging paid for by company

Full health benefits including medical, vision, and dental

401(K) retirement plan with company matching

Paid time off

Stable work through all seasons

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience operating a knuckle boom, log loader, or grapple.
• Hold valid driver’s license, a CDL is required.
• Able to pass pre-employment and random drug tests.

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 and removing debris at sites.

Skills

Attention to safety

Basic mechanical knowledge

Ability to use a smartphone

Customer service

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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