Description
Kamco Supply Corp. of Boston is New England's largest one stop source and distributor of commercial building products including acoustical ceiling systems, architectural doors and hardware, drywall, steel framing, insulation, and exterior systems.
We are seeking to add a Boom Driver to our team. The Boom Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of building materials using a boom truck (knuckle boom or crane). This role requires advanced skill in operating hydraulic equipment to place materials directly at job sites, often at elevated heights or in tight-access areas. This is a highly safety-sensitive position requiring precision, situational awareness, and strong customer interaction.
What You’ll Do
- Safely operate a CDL Class A or B boom truck to deliver materials to customer job sites
- Operate hydraulic boom/crane to place materials accurately at elevated or hard-to-reach locations
- Plan and execute safe load placement, including setting up proper stabilization (outriggers) and site safety zones
- Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle and equipment inspections, including boom components
- Load, secure, transport, and unload materials while preventing damage
- Maintain DOT logs, delivery paperwork, and compliance documentation
- Communicate with dispatch, site supervisors, and customers regarding delivery details and placement requirements
- Follow all safety protocols, including PPE use and job site hazard assessments
- Assist with warehouse operations, staging, and loading when not driving
Schedule & Work Environment
- Local, daytime routes (home daily)
- Typical schedule: Monday–Friday (with potential overtime during peak periods)
- Work performed in both warehouse and outdoor job site environments
- Exposure to varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, and precipitation
- Ability to drive in varying weather conditions
Requirements
What You’ll Bring:
- Valid CDL Class A or B license
- Current DOT medical card
- Hydraulic/boom (hoisting) license as required by state
- Clean driving record and ability to pass MVR checks
- Ability to pass a DOT pre-employment physical and drug screening
- Strong safety mindset and attention to detail
- Proven ability to operate heavy equipment in a controlled and precise manner
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50-100 pounds occasionally
- Frequent standing, bending, and reaching
- Ability to safely operate equipment at heights
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience operating a boom truck
- Experience delivering building materials to construction job sites
- Moffett (truck-mounted forklift) experience
- OSHA 10 certification (required on some job sites)
Candidates must pass a DOT pre-employment physical, lift test, and DOT drug test.
Subject to Criminal background search, Motor Vehicles Record Search, DOT Safety Performance History, and Full Query through FMCSA Clearinghouse.
Kamco offers an exceptional salary and benefits including health, dental, life insurance, 401K with a company match, paid vacation, sick time, holidays and more!
The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Skills Required
- Valid CDL Class A or B license
- Current DOT medical card
- Hydraulic/boom (hoisting) license as required by state
- Clean driving record and ability to pass MVR checks
- Ability to pass DOT pre-employment physical and drug screening
- Strong safety mindset and attention to detail
- Proven ability to operate heavy equipment in a controlled and precise manner
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50-100 pounds occasionally
- Frequent standing, bending, and reaching; ability to operate equipment at heights
- Prior experience operating a boom truck
- Experience delivering building materials to construction job sites
- Moffett (truck-mounted forklift) experience
- OSHA 10 certification (required on some job sites)
What We Do
Kamco Supply Corp. of Boston is New England's largest one-stop source for commercial building products including acoustical ceiling systems, architectural doors & hardware, drywall & steel framing, insulation and exterior systems.
