Lumberyard Boom Truck OperatorYard Support CDL Required

Austin Builders Supply; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings plan

Group health and dental plans

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Austin Builders Supply is seeking a skilled Lumberyard Boom Truck Operator/Yard Support to join our team. You will be responsible for operating a boom truck, ensuring accurate deliveries, and supporting yard staff. A valid CDL – Class A or B driver’s license with air brake endorsement is required.

This position also involves loading, unloading, and maintaining customer relationships. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to multitask in various environments while prioritizing safety.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL License – Class A or B with air brake endorsement.
• Clean driving record and ability to drive a manual transmission truck.
• Ability to obtain a DOT health card.

Responsibilities

• Operate a boom truck to load, unload, and transport materials.
• Safely deliver materials to job sites while ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on the boom truck.

Skills

Boom truck operation

Forklift operation

Customer service

Attention to detail

Tools

Boom truck

Forklift

Job description

Benefits

Retirement savings plan with employer matching

Access to group health and dental plans

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and safety conscious Lumberyard Boom Truck Operator/Yard Support candidate to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for operating a boom truck to load, unload and transport lumber and other building supplies to jobsites. The successful candidate will place a crucial role ensuring our customers receive accurate and timely deliveries and will also provide support in our yard building orders alongside other yard staff.

A requirement of this position is the candidate must hold a valid CDL – Class A or B driver’s license with air brake endorsement + manual transmission, a clean driving record and ability to obtain a DOT health card. DO NOT apply for this position if you do not have a valid CDL license allowing you to operate a manual transmission.

• If you are looking for a delivery only or truck driving position, this is not for you.

Primary Duties

Loading and unloading trucks, trailers, flatbeds and boom truck with precision and accuracy

Accurately pulling orders, staging orders and completing deliveries

Coordinate delivery schedule so back-to-back loads are delivered efficiently

Properly secures loads before leaving the yard

Safely unload and deliver materials while prioritizing personal safety and the safety of those around you

Ability to judge distance while delivering materials and operating the boom

Upon arriving at jobsite, safely maneuver truck in sometimes tight locations

Preforming routine maintenance checks on the boom truck to ensure proper functioning and report any maintenance issues promptly

Completing deliveries in other fleet vehicles

Stock lumber and building materials into storage bins/racks – both manually and by forklift/pallet jack

Maintain customer relationships by treating them in a professional, friendly manner

Communicating effectively with coworkers and supervisors to coordinate tasks and ensure efficient operations

Physical Requirements

Stamina to continuously work and lift 75-100 pounds repeatedly

Continuously working in an outside environment in all weather conditions

Load/unload materials using forklift

Physically able to pull orders by hand and break down loads to safe limits for boom load capacity

Cognitive Requirements

Must be able to prioritize jobsites and deadlines

Must be able to manage stress depending on customers delivery window of time

Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur

Must be able to multitask and follow directions

Extreme attention to detail

Required qualifications

Valid CDL License – Class A or B with air brake endorsement and ability to drive a manual transmission truck

Clean driving record

Ability to obtain a DOT health card

Ability to self-manage, show initiative and be proactive

Preferred Qualifications

Boom truck operating and forklift experience

This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on safety and teamwork. If you have the skills and qualifications required for this role, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our team.

*Wage dependent on qualifications and experience