CDL Driver & Crane Operator
About The Position
The CDL Driver & Crane Operator at SRS Building Products safely and efficiently transports and delivers building materials to job sites within a 200-mile radius. The role involves operating commercial trucks, cranes, forklifts, and related equipment; completing DOT-compliant inspections; coordinating with rooftop loaders; verifying inventory; documenting deliveries; and assessing job sites for safety risks. Drivers start and end trips at their home branch and return home daily, with no overnight stays. The position also involves customer interaction and supporting warehouse and yard operations to maintain service and safety standards. This is a physically demanding, field-based role in a fast-paced environment. It requires regularly lifting up to 100 pounds, working outdoors in varying weather, climbing ladders and working at heights, navigating confined spaces, and tolerating high noise levels. Reasonable accommodations are available in accordance with the ADA. The company states that it is an equal opportunity employer. The position reports to the Assistant Branch Manager or Operations Manager. The stated base pay range is $26.06 to $33.85 per hour. Starting wage may vary based on factors including position, location, education, training, and experience. Hourly associates may be eligible for overtime based on business needs. Depending on the role, associates may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses, commissions, a car allowance or automobile and fuel program, and travel expense reimbursement under company policy. Benefits are subject to eligibility.
Requirements
- Valid CDL driver’s license with air brakes endorsement.
- Current DOT medical certificate.
- NCCCO Crane Certification: ABC/ABL certification is required.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proficiency in routine vehicle maintenance and safety checks and knowledge of basic mechanical systems.
- Experience operating conveyor belts, knuckle booms, or crane-equipped trucks.
- Forklift operation experience; certification is preferred.
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and OSHA safety standards.
- Proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and verbal communication.
- Skill in pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and job-site inspections and reporting.
- Strong adherence to safety protocols.
- Clean driving record, with no hit-and-run, DWI, or DUI in the past 36 months.
- Must pass a background check and drug screening.
- Ability to regularly lift up to 100 pounds, work outdoors in varying weather, operate commercial vehicles and cranes safely, climb ladders and work at heights, navigate confined spaces, and tolerate high noise levels.
- 1–2 years of work experience preferred; prior commercial driving experience is strongly recommended, though not strictly required.
Nice To Haves
- Professional crane operation experience.
- Truck Crane Operation Certification.
- Telescopic Boom - Fixed Cab Certification.
- Boom Truck - Fixed Cab Certification.
- Articulating Boom Crane Certification.
- Vocational or technical training in heavy machinery operation.
- Forklift certification.
- Strong time and route management skills.
- Skill operating boom cranes, piggyback forklifts, and conveyor systems.
- Deep knowledge of DOT and OSHA regulations.
- Proven commitment to safety standards and practices.
- Effective on-site communication and collaboration.
- Skill in strategic material placement to meet customer needs.
- Ability to resolve delivery challenges quickly.
- Efficient route planning to optimize time and fuel.
- Experience working collaboratively with teams.
- Proficiency in digital inventory management and order verification.
- Commitment to continuous learning and skill enhancement.
- Experience in distribution and forklift operation.
- Leadership, adaptability, teamwork, clear communication, customer focus, results orientation, conflict resolution, and task prioritization.
Responsibilities
- Safely deliver building materials within a 200-mile radius in compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and routine safety checks.
- Operate commercial trucks, cranes, forklifts, and related equipment, including conveyor systems as applicable.
- Coordinate with rooftop loaders to ensure accurate, damage-free deliveries.
- Verify inventory and orders, document deliveries with photos, and report job-site conditions.
- Inspect job sites for safety risks and determine appropriate material placement.
- Provide courteous, effective on-site customer service and collaborate with customers and team members.
- Support warehouse and yard maintenance and branch operations.
- Plan and manage delivery routes and resolve delivery or site challenges.
- Follow safety protocols and applicable DOT and OSHA standards.
Benefits
- Competitive weekly or bi-weekly pay.
- Discretionary bonuses.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick, volunteer, holiday, birthday, and floating time.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability.
- Optional long-term disability and additional life insurance.
- Hourly associates may be eligible for overtime based on business needs.
- Depending on the role, performance-based bonus programs, commissions, a car allowance or automobile and fuel program, and travel expense reimbursement may be available.
- Reasonable accommodations are available in accordance with the ADA.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
