Driver - CDL Boom/Crane Delivery

Builders FirstSource•Mercedes, TX

About The Position

Under general supervision, drives a delivery vehicle to transport materials to locations or customer sites, operating a crane or boom to load and off-load heavy construction materials. The role includes rigging, planning, and hoisting materials, and requires a CDL to operate delivery vehicles over 26,001 pounds and a crane or boom operator certification. This is identified as a safety-sensitive position; individuals holding a Medical Marijuana Card are not eligible. Work is performed in a production environment subject to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, mechanical parts, increased noise levels, and dust. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. A high school diploma or GED, driving experience, and boom or crane operating experience are required, along with a valid CDL and operator certification.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Two years of driving experience and at least one year of experience operating a boom or crane, or an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.
Maintain a valid CDL at all times.
Be at least 21 years old.
Hold a Boom or Crane Operator certification.
Obtain a DOT medical card within five days of a request.
Have fewer than five moving violations in the past five years.
Knowledge of safety procedures for driving and materials-handling tasks.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to read and understand maps, routes, road signs, machine and equipment diagrams, and system schematics.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to use common-sense understanding to carry out route assignments.
Basic math and measurement skills.
Comply with all state and federal regulations applicable to CDL holders.
Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds frequently and, on occasion, lift and carry up to 200 pounds with assistance.
Ability to physically operate crane equipment, including climbing into and out of the cab, twisting the torso for 360-degree visibility, and using the arms to operate controls.

Responsibilities

Drive delivery vehicles to transport products, materials, or supplies to and from locations and customer sites.
Load and unload materials using a crane or boom, including rigging, planning, and hoisting heavy construction materials.
Calculate crane or boom capacities and weights and check clearances to prevent damage to buildings, overhead wires, or the machine foundation.
Calculate material weights to ensure compliance with truck weight limits and DOT regulations.
Address and resolve customer issues as appropriate.
Inform supervisors of outstanding issues related to customer deliveries, truck loading, or route sequence.
Inspect and maintain crane or boom equipment to ensure safety and prevent damage to equipment and surrounding structures.
Maintain delivery logs, including item amounts or weights, mileage, and delivery locations; check items against invoices or bills of lading.
Inspect and maintain the delivery vehicle for safety and regulatory compliance, and report maintenance problems to a supervisor.
Plan and pace work to meet daily, weekly, project, or team productivity goals.
Follow safety procedures and practices, attend periodic safety meetings as required, and potentially recommend safety improvements.
Perform other duties as assigned.