CDL Boom Truck Driver / Knuckle-Boom Operator - $32-$36 per Hour

Job Description

Job Description

Immediate opening | Articulating boom experience required | Weekly pay

Prince Lumber is hiring an experienced CDL Boom Truck Driver/Articulating Boom Operator to deliver lumber and building materials throughout the Tri-state area. Candidates must have experience operating a truck-mounted articulating boom loader, knuckle-boom crane, or loader crane . Candidates must also hold a valid Class A or Class B CDL and a boom or crane operator certification .

This position pays $32 – $36 per hour , depending on experience. Employees are paid weekly, and frequent opportunities to work overtime may be available based on business needs .

Job Responsibilities

• Safely operate a boom truck and truck-mounted articulating boom loader.
• Load and unload lumber, plywood, doors, hardware, and other construction materials.
• Rig, hoist, and place heavy building materials at customer delivery sites.
• Coordinate with the Warehouse team to confirm that deliveries are complete and accurately loaded.
• Calculate load weights and crane capacities before operating the boom.
• Check clearances and surrounding conditions to prevent damage to buildings, utility wires, equipment, and property.
• Ensure truck loads comply with vehicle weight limits and DOT regulations.
• Inspect the truck, boom, rigging, and related equipment for safety or maintenance concerns.
• Follow DOT requirements, traffic laws, and company safety procedures.
• Plan efficient delivery routes throughout New York and the surrounding Tri-state area.
• Obtain required proof-of-delivery photographs and customer signatures.
• Pick up customer returns when assigned.
• Maintain a clean truck and keep equipment in safe working condition.
• Provide courteous and professional service during every delivery.

Required Experience

• At least two years of articulating boom loader, knuckle-boom crane, or loader-crane experience
• At least one year of boom-truck experience
• Experience rigging, lifting, and placing heavy materials
• Ability to calculate load weights, boom capacities, and operating clearances
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safe commercial-driving practices
• Ability to lift and move at least 50 pounds

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Class A or Class B CDL (required) 
• Valid boom or crane operator certification (required)

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Reliable, professional, and customer-service focused
• Able to produce accurate work in a fast-paced delivery environment
• Willing to assist customers and coworkers when needed
• Ability to commute to Newark, NJ

Schedule & Reporting Location

• The boom truck is based in Newark, NJ , where the driver starts the workday.
• The workday may end in New York City or Newark , depending on the following day’s delivery schedule.

Compensation and Benefits

• $32 – $36 per hour , depending on experience
• Weekly pay
• Frequent overtime opportunities may be available based on business needs
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• FSA and HSA options
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Employee referral program

About Prince Lumber

Prince Lumber is a premier supplier and distributor of lumber, plywood, doors, hardware, and other building materials. We proudly serve customers throughout the Tri-state area as a one-stop shop for their building-material needs. Our drivers are expected to provide safe, accurate, and professional service during every delivery.