Mill Creek Lumber & Supply Company has been serving the construction industry since 1934, providing quality building materials and exceptional customer service. As a family-owned company, we take pride in our commitment to safety, teamwork, and delivering the products our customers need to get the job done.
We are seeking an experienced and dependable CDL Driver – Boom Truck Operator to join our team. This position is responsible for safely transporting and delivering drywall (sheetrock) and other building materials to residential and commercial construction jobsites using a boom-equipped delivery truck.
The ideal candidate will have experience operating boom trucks, handling oversized and heavy building materials, and navigating active construction sites. This is a hands-on, physically demanding position requiring a strong commitment to safety, efficiency, and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate a commercial motor vehicle equipped with a boom or material-handling crane to transport and deliver drywall, sheetrock, and other building materials.
- Operate boom equipment to safely lift, position, and unload drywall and building materials at designated jobsite locations, including elevated delivery areas when appropriate and authorized.
- Secure, balance, and properly distribute loads to ensure safe transportation and compliance with DOT regulations.
- Assist with loading and unloading drywall and other construction materials, including manually handling heavy or bulky products when necessary.
- Coordinate with delivery helpers and jobsite personnel to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient material placement.
- Evaluate jobsite conditions, including overhead obstructions, power lines, ground stability, access restrictions, and surrounding equipment before operating the boom.
- Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the truck, boom equipment, rigging, and related safety components.
- Maintain accurate delivery documentation, inspection reports, driver logs, and other required records.
- Follow all applicable DOT, OSHA, company safety policies, and manufacturer operating guidelines.
- Communicate effectively with dispatchers, warehouse personnel, supervisors, and customers regarding delivery schedules and jobsite conditions.
- Verify delivery quantities and materials against shipping documents to ensure order accuracy.
- Report equipment defects, safety concerns, damaged materials, and delivery discrepancies promptly.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and properly functioning truck and work area.
- Assist with general yard, warehouse, or material-handling duties as needed.
Qualifications
Qualifications & Requirements
- Driver must be 21+ years old.
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), appropriate for the assigned vehicle.
- Acceptable driving record and ability to meet DOT and company driver qualification requirements.
- Previous commercial truck driving experience required; experience delivering drywall, lumber, roofing materials, or other building products strongly preferred.
- Experience operating a boom truck, knuckle boom, or truck-mounted material-handling crane strongly preferred.
- Ability to safely operate lifting equipment and understand load capacities, rigging procedures, and equipment limitations.
- Knowledge of DOT regulations, cargo securement requirements, and commercial vehicle safety procedures.
- Ability to read delivery tickets, follow instructions, and navigate construction jobsites.
- Strong communication skills and a customer-focused attitude.
- Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with delivery helpers and other team members.
- Dependable attendance, punctuality, and strong attention to safety.
- Ability to obtain or maintain any required equipment qualifications or certifications applicable to the assigned boom truck.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, pull, and maneuver heavy and oversized building materials, including drywall and sheetrock.
- Ability to perform repetitive lifting and physically demanding material-handling activities throughout the workday.
- Ability to climb in and out of commercial trucks and safely access equipment controls.
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and work on uneven construction surfaces.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and rain.
- Ability to safely perform job duties around active construction equipment, moving vehicles, and elevated material-handling operations.
- Must be able to meet the physical qualification requirements applicable to commercial drivers.
Preferred Experience
- Drywall or sheetrock delivery experience.
- Boom truck or knuckle boom operation.
- Construction material distribution or building supply industry experience.
- Experience delivering materials to multistory commercial or residential construction projects.
- Familiarity with jobsite safety procedures and material placement requirements.
Why Join Mill Creek?
At Mill Creek Lumber & Supply Company, our employees are the foundation of our success. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive work environment where hard work, dedication, and teamwork are valued.
We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth within a stable, family-owned company that has proudly served the construction industry for generations.
Join the Mill Creek team and help us deliver the materials that build our communities!
