CDL Driver & TSS (Fixed Cab) Crane Operator

SRS Distribution Inc.; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Job summary

SRS Building Products, a division of SRS Distribution Inc., seeks a CDL Driver & Crane Operator in Youngstown, OH. You will safely transport and deliver building materials, operate cranes and forklifts, and perform DOT-compliant inspections to uphold service and safety standards.

You will verify deliveries with photos, interact with customers on-site, and support warehouse and yard operations. A valid CDL with air brakes, crane experience, and English proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• CDL with air brakes endorsement required.
• Ability to perform routine safety inspections and vehicle maintenance.
• Experience operating cranes, knuckle booms, conveyor belts, or crane-equipped trucks.
• Forklift operation experience; certification preferred.
• Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Solid knowledge of DOT and OSHA safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Safely deliver building materials within a 200-mile radius following DOT regulations and company policies.
• Operate cranes and forklifts; coordinate with rooftop loaders to ensure accurate, damage-free deliveries.
• Verify inventory, document deliveries with photos, and assess job sites for safety risks.
• Provide on-site customer service and support warehouse and yard maintenance.

Skills

CDL with air brakes endorsement

Safety inspections

Crane operation

Forklift operation

English proficiency

DOT/OSHA regulations knowledge

Tools

Conveyor belt operation

Knuckle boom operation

Job description

The CDL Driver & Crane Operator at SRS Building Products ensures safe, efficient transport and delivery of building materials to job sites. Responsibilities include operating trucks, cranes, and forklifts; performing DOT-compliant inspections; coordinating with rooftop loaders; and maintaining accurate documentation. The role also involves customer interaction and warehouse support to uphold service and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely deliver building materials within a 200-mile radius, following DOT regulations and company policies.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections, operate cranes and forklifts, and coordinate with rooftop loaders to ensure accurate, damage-free deliveries.
• Verify inventory, document deliveries with photos, and assess job sites for safety risks.
• Provide excellent on-site customer service and support warehouse and yard maintenance.

Physical Requirements

• This physically demanding role requires regularly lifting up to 100 pounds and working outdoors in varying weather.
• Candidates must safely operate commercial vehicles and cranes, navigate ladders and confined spaces, and tolerate high noise levels.
• Routine tasks include driving, material handling, and adhering to all safety regulations.
• Climb ladders and work at heights
• Reasonable accommodations are available per ADA, and the company is committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace.

Working Conditions

This fast-paced, field-based role focuses on safe, precise, and on-time delivery of building materials within a 200-mile radius. Drivers return home daily with no overnight stays. Success requires strong organization, communication, and customer interaction to meet delivery deadlines and ensure satisfaction at varied job sites.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid CDL driver's license with air brakes endorsement
• Proficiency in performing routine maintenance and safety checks
• Knowledge of basic mechanical systems
• Experience operating conveyor belts, knuckle booms, or crane-equipped trucks
• Forklift operation experience; certification preferred
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and OSHA safety standards
• Proficient in English (reading, writing, and verbal communication)
• Skilled in pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Capable of conducting job site inspections and reporting conditions
• Strong adherence to safety protocols
• Clean driving record (no hit-and-run, DWI, or DUI in the past 36 months)
• Must pass background check and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional crane operation experience
• Strong time and route management skills
• Skilled in operating boom cranes, piggyback forklifts, and conveyor systems
• Forklift certification preferred
• Deep knowledge of DOT and OSHA regulations
• Proven commitment to safety standards and practices
• Effective on-site communication and collaboration
• Skilled in strategic material placement to meet customer needs
• Quick resolution of delivery challenges
• Efficient route planning to optimize time and fuel
• Working collaboratively with teams
• Proficient in digital inventory management and order verification
• Committed to continuous learning and skill enhancement

Certifications

• Current DOT medical certificate
• NCCCO Crane Certification: Telescopic Boom - Fixed Cab (TSS): Non-rotating cab certification is required.
• Articulating Boom Crane Certification: Preferred but not mandatory.

Job Location

SRS Building Products - Youngstown 2670 Salt Springs Road Youngstown, OH 44509

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.

Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance. All benefits subject to eligibility. Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency ("Agency"), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.

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