About the Role
The Boom Truck Operator transports products to job sites and places these materials in requested work locations.
Responsibilities
- Perform circle-checks and complete logbook entries.
- Transport loads in a professional manner, following the road rules and representing the company to the highest standards.
- Ensure proper vehicle and boom/mobile crane maintenance and servicing.
- Verify load security and accuracy.
- Deliver materials to the satisfaction of customers and maintain an emphasis on safety, service, and efficiency.
- Safe operation of the boom/mobile crane while loading and unloading.
- Communicate with customers and other trades on construction sites.
- Maintain contact with dispatch and work to resolve issues as they arise.
- Prepare trucks for reloading and assist warehouse staff as needed.
- Follow all regulations, company policies, and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Requirements
- Valid DZ/AZ driver’s license (or equivalent) with a minimum of two years of experience and a clean driver’s abstract.
- 0–8-ton mobile crane certification with a minimum of 1 year of experience.
- Practical written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as a team.
- Knowledge of basic mathematics.
- Basic hand tool skills.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 100lbs.
- Sitting and driving for long periods.
- Frequently climbing up and downstairs.
- Pulling, pushing, bending, and torso twisting movements to transfer building materials between truck and job site.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Basic mathematics
- Basic hand tool skills
Location
- Nationwide
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum of two years of driving experience
- Minimum of 1 year of mobile crane experience
Education Level
- 0-8 ton mobile crane certification
Benefits
- Health benefits including drugs, practitioner, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Retirement savings (pension or other) are provided.
- Company discounts (mobile phone, gym membership, etc.).
- Training programs and opportunities for career advancement.
- Group events.
About the Company
- Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS) is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials.
- Founded in 1971, GMS now operates an expansive network of distribution centers nationwide.
- As part of the GMS family of companies since 2018, Watson Building Supplies is Ontario’s premier distributor of construction related materials.
- Whether it’s a small home renovation or a large-scale development project, our team at Watson works together to ensure a safe, efficient, and positive experience during every delivery or interaction.
- As the industry leader in the markets we serve, we continually strive to exceed our customers' expectations with unparalleled service, quality, safety, and the widest product offerings in our business.
- Our team is made up of dedicated and hardworking individuals who together create a rewarding and welcoming work environment.
- As part of the GMS Inc. family of companies, you can launch your career with a North American building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement.
- We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets.
- As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.
Equal Opportunity
- We are an equal opportunity employer.
