Special Truck - Boom

QXO, Inc; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Company holidays

Parental leave

Training & certifications

Legal assistance

Pet insurance

EAP

Job summary

QXO, Inc in the United States (Albany, NY area) is seeking a Special Truck - Boom Operator to safely transport building materials to customer locations and job sites. The role blends driving duties with hands-on loading, unloading, and securing loads in compliance with DOT/FMCSA and company safety standards.

The ideal candidate has a CDL A or B, at least 12 months of verifiable driving, ability to operate heavy equipment and a manual transmission, and a willingness to work outdoors in all

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Valid Class A or B CDL license in good standing
• At least 12 months of verifiable commercial driving experience
• Experience operating heavy equipment and driving a manual transmission truck
• Boom experience preferred
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Perform touch-freight tasks, which may require lifting, moving, or carrying products weighing over 75 lbs
• Pre-inspect the truck, load materials, and verify the accuracy of the load
• Notify branch management of any potential hazards on site
• Set up job parameters and inspect the site to ensure a safe environment for loading and unloading
• Maintain regular communication with the dispatcher to ensure timely delivery of products
• Follow all DOT and company safety procedures, and always wear appropriate PPE

Skills

CDL License (Class A/B)

Commercial Driving Experience

Heavy Equipment Experience

Manual Transmission

Boom Experience

Outdoor Work

Team Player

Job description

QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company’s mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a best-in-class customer experience. QXO is North America’s largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second-largest distributor of roofing products, the second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials, and the largest distributor of waterproofing products. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth. For more information, visit QXO.com.

What you'll do:

The Special Truck - Boom Operator is responsible for the safe, timely, and professional transportation of building materials, construction products, and equipment to customer locations and job sites. This role combines commercial driving responsibilities with hands‑on support in loading, unloading, securing, and verifying materials while ensuring compliance with DOT/FMCSA regulations and company safety standards. Depending on the business unit, deliveries may include oversized, specialized, or engineered building components. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, dependable, customer-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically active environment.

• Perform touch-freight tasks, which may require lifting, moving, or carrying products weighing over 75 lbs
• Pre-inspect the truck, load materials, and verify the accuracy of the load
• Notify branch management of any potential hazards on site
• Set up job parameters and inspect the site to ensure a safe environment for loading and unloading
• Maintain regular communication with the dispatcher to ensure timely delivery of products
• Follow all DOT and company safety procedures, and always wear appropriate PPE

What you'll bring:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Valid Class A or B CDL license in good standing
• At least 12 months of verifiable commercial driving experience
• Experience operating heavy equipment and driving a manual transmission truck
• Boom experience preferred
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

What you'll earn:

• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO, company holidays, and parental leave
• Paid training and certifications
• Legal assistanceand identity protection
• Pet insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Benefits for union‑represented roles aredeterminedby the applicable collective bargaining agreement and may differ from standard company benefits.

QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender or sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

To comply with Pay Transparency laws, employers must disclose an annual salary range. Actual offers depend on factors such as location, experience, skills, and market data. This position may also offer variable compensation.

Salary Range:

USD $24.00 - USD $34.00 /Hr.