Boom truck driver Job Description
Boom truck driver Job Description Template
Boom Truck Drivers operate heavy machinery to transport, load, and unload materials. Responsibilities include ensuring safe delivery, adhering to traffic laws, and performing routine vehicle maintenance. Tasks involve precise maneuvering and navigation.
Responsibilities:
- Operate boom trucks to lift, move, and place heavy materials and equipment
- Inspect the condition of the truck, its equipment, and materials to ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Secure loads, checking weight distribution and balance to prevent shifting and damage to the truck
- Follow established routes, signals, and traffic rules while driving the truck
- Maintain records of materials transported, including their type and quantity
- Report any maintenance or safety issues to the supervisor
- Communicate with other workers on the job site to ensure efficient and safe operations
- Ensure that the boom truck is properly cleaned and maintained
Requirements:
- Valid commercial driver's license with boom truck certification
- Ability to operate and maneuver boom truck in tight spaces and in varying weather conditions
- Knowledge of safety regulations and ability to adhere to them
- Physical strength and endurance to perform tasks such as loading and unloading equipment
- Excellent communication skills to interact with site supervisors and team members
- Flexibility to work in different locations and varying schedules, including weekends and holidays
- Experience in carrying out routine maintenance checks and identifying potential issues with the vehicle
