Crane or Boom Truck Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Felix Construction has been building critical water and wastewater infrastructure since 1987, proudly serving the Phoenix and Dallas markets. We’ve kept the close, family-owned feel of our early days while earning the reputation and recognition of a leading general contractor - recently named #1 Top Workplace in Arizona for midsize business in construction.

Build cool things. Learn every day. Be home for dinner.

At Felix Construction, work is local—no overnight travel—so you're home every night. We keep crews safe, busy, and respected. We like people who work hard and like using their hands and their heads. Read the plan, know the ‘why,’ build it right, and take pride in the result. You’ll get steady hours, good gear, and a team that has your back.

We Build What Matters.

Felix Construction Company is seeking a safety-focused and dependable Boom Truck Operator to support our construction operations throughout Arizona. In this role, you will safely transport materials and equipment to project sites and operate boom truck cranes to lift, position, and place materials efficiently and accurately. The ideal candidate has a strong commitment to safety, experience operating commercial vehicles and lifting equipment, and takes pride in supporting project teams with professionalism and accountability.

What You'll Do

• Safely transport construction materials and equipment to and from project sites.
• Operate boom trucks and hydraulic cranes to load, unload, lift, and position materials.
• Drive commercial vehicles safely on public roadways and active construction sites.
• Perform pre-trip, post-trip, and daily inspections of assigned equipment.
• Calculate load weights, crane capacities, and proper outrigger placement before lifts.
• Work closely with field crews using radios and standard hand signals to ensure safe lifting operations.
• Complete DOT logs, mileage reports, inspection records, and maintenance documentation.
• Identify equipment issues, perform minor field adjustments, and report repair needs.
• Maintain equipment in a safe, clean, and organized condition.
• Support field operations by operating other heavy equipment as qualified and assigned.
• Follow all DOT regulations, company safety policies, and crane operating requirements.
• Collaborate with dispatch, project management, and field personnel to support productive jobsite operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

• Hold a valid Class A  with required endorsements.

• Possess a current  DOT Medical Card .

• Have a current  NCCCO (or equivalent) crane certification .

• Experience operating boom trucks, cranes, or other heavy equipment is preferred.

• Knowledgeable in load charts, rigging practices, and construction safety procedures.

• Committed to maintaining a safe work environment and following established procedures.

• Strong communicator who works effectively with field crews and project stakeholders.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to make sound decisions in dynamic jobsite environments.

• Comfortable using smartphones, tablets, and electronic inspection or work order systems.

• Team-oriented, dependable, and accountable for the quality of your work.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; relevant experience may be substituted.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

This position requires working on construction job sites in extreme temperatures. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and may occasionally use hand tools associated with the construction industry. Specific vision abilities required include the ability to adjust and focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for long periods, climb on and off equipment, walk, kneel, bend, reach with hands and arms, hear, and talk.

Why Join Felix Construction

Felix Construction is more than a company—we are an employer and contractor of choice with the leadership and infrastructure to sustainably execute on our growth and deliver on our brand promise. We provide the tools, support, and environment where talented individuals grow while delivering projects communities depend on. Don’t just find a job—build a future with Felix Construction. We offer:

Temperature controlled shop

Regular shop hours 5:30am - 2:00pm, Monday through Friday (with possible overtime)

Up to date bays

Wide variety of equipment to work on to expand your knowledge

Mechanic lounge in the shop

Become an Owner, Not Just an Employee:

As a 100% employee-owned company, our success is your success. Our ESOP program is the foundation of our culture, fostering a unique environment of shared accountability, commitment, and reward.

Discretionary annual bonus program

401k with 6% employer match

Rich benefits package with substantial employer contribution

Generous Time Off Policy (PTO)

8 paid company holidays

Professional development programs, team activities, and organized volunteer initiatives

NOTICE TO EXTERNAL SEARCH FIRMS Felix Construction's Talent Acquisition team is the only authorized department to engage with and execute agreements on behalf of the company with external search firms, staffing agencies, and other third-party recruiting partners. Felix Construction does not accept unsolicited candidate submissions. We will only consider candidates submitted by agencies that have a fully executed agreement with Felix Construction on file prior to the candidate's submission.

Any candidate submitted without an active, fully executed agreement will not be considered a qualified referral, and Felix Construction assumes no obligation to pay any placement or recruiting fees. Additionally, any unsolicited resumes submitted to any Felix Construction employee—including hiring managers or other personnel—will be deemed the property of Felix Construction without any obligation to the submitting agency.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.