Boom Truck Driver

Summary of Functions:

§ We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Boom Truck Driver/Operator to support lifting, loading/unloading, and logistical operations for construction and microtunneling projects. The role involves safe driving and crane operation (truck-mounted telescopic or knuckle boom) to transport materials and precisely lift/install components within job sites, shafts, and constrained urban areas.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate and drive the boom truck to and from job sites, ensuring compliance with road safety rules

• Plan routes, check access/clearance constraints, and coordinate delivery schedules with site teams.
• Secure loads properly for road transport; verify permits and documentation as required.

• Set up the boom truck on stable ground, position outriggers, and ensure load charts and safety

• Perform safe lifting, slewing, and placement of loads such as pipes, MTBM components, jacking

• Calculate or verify load weights, radius, sling angles, and working load limits (WLL) before each lift.
• Coordinate with Rigger using standard hand signals or radio communication.

• Lift and lower equipment/materials into jacking/receiving pits and confined areas with precision.
• Assist in positioning rails, thrust blocks, lubrication lines, and pipe segments during setup.
• Execute lifts in tight corridors and overhead-restricted environments with high situational

awareness.

• Conduct pre-operation and post-operation inspections: tires, brakes, hydraulics, wire ropes/slings,

• Report defects and coordinate with mechanics for maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain daily logs: operating hours, fuel, inspections, trip sheets, lifting checklists, and permits.

• Follow company safety procedures, PPE, and lockout/tagout where applicable.
• Comply with lifting plans, exclusion zones, tag lines usage, and barricading requirements.
• Participate in toolbox talks, JHA/TRA, and adhere to local regulations and recognized standards for lifting operations.
• Stop-work authority: proactively halt operations when hazards or unsafe conditions are identified.

Required education, technical capability and other career qualifications:

• 2 to 5 years experience as a Boom Truck Operator/Driver in construction, utilities, or industrial projects.
• Valid Professional Driver’s License (appropriate restriction code) and clean driving record.
• Proven experience operating truck-mounted cranes (telescopic or knuckle boom) and reading load

• Familiar with rigging & slinging basics, WLL identification, and use of lifting accessories.
• Advantageous certifications:
• Boom Truck / Mobile Crane Operator Certification (TESDA or accredited provider)
• Basic Rigging & Signaling / Rigger Level I
• Confined Space Awareness (for shaft environments)
• BOSH/COSH or equivalent site safety training