Boom Truck Operator

Summary

Slegg Building Materials is seeking a full-time Boom Truck Operator to join our team. This position is Monday to Friday 7am - 3 : 30pm.

The wage range is $27.50 - $38.50 per hour, based on experience.

Responsibilities

Including but not limited to the following :

• Operate and drive vehicle to transport roofing and building envelope materials
• Complete pre-trip truck inspections and notify when maintenance is needed
• Transport loads in a professional manner following the rules of the road and representing the company to the highest standards
• Verify load security and accuracy
• Ensuring cleanliness of truck interior and exterior
• 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
• Deliver materials by hand while always maintaining an emphasis on a safety culture, customer service, and efficiency as a top priority
• Maintain an emphasis on a safety culture, customer service, and efficiency as a top priorities
• Maintain contact with dispatch and work to resolve issues as they arise
• Flexible work hours each day in order to complete necessary delivery orders
• Prepare trucks for reloading and assist warehouse staff as needed
• Other duties as assigned by management

Requirements

• Valid Class 1 driver’s license with air brakes endorsement
• Level A Crane Ticket is an asset but will provide training
• Minimum two years of experience is an asset
• Must be comfortable working at heights in a harness
• A clean driver’s abstract
• Effective communication skills and ability to read and speak English
• Basic mechanical skills
• Physical requirements include :
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100lbs
• Sitting and driving for long periods of time
• Frequently climbing up and down stairs
• Pulling, pushing, bending and torso twisting movements to transfer materials between truck and job site

Benefits

• Health benefits - including drug coverage, practitioner, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Retirement savings (pension or other) are provided.
• Perks - Company discounts (mobile phone, etc.), training programs and opportunities for career advancement, group events, and more

The Location - Duncan, 7281 Trans Canada Hwy.

Duncan is the commercial centre of the Cowichan Region with a growing population where young and old are looking for an outdoor lifestyle and home affordability.

This region is seeing substantial growth in housing and multi unit dwellings.

Surrounded by beautiful nature landscapes, you will find one of our smallest locations, just 5 minutes north of downtown Duncan on the Trans Canada Highway.

This location has a fresh team with new management eager to grow the business in the Cowichan Valley. Be a part of the growing community and join this close-knit team with a family feeling.

Our Core Values

• Our people have the independence and authority to make a difference
• We invest in relationships and every person is important
• Our highest priority is serving others
• We passionately pursue a safe work environment along with a relentless focus on operational excellence
• We believe you can never go wrong, doing the right thing

If you feel we are a good fit for your career goals and skillset, we invite you to apply and look forward to reviewing your application.

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.

We are an equal opportunity employer.