Position Summary

Reporting to the Foreman or designate, the Boom Truck Operator performs a variety of tasks related to new construction for class 1 railway or mass transit systems.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

· Operates one of several types of boom trucks and grapple trucks. On rail or road.

· Keep up on all reports and keep the trucks in good safe working order.

· Operates equipment to move, load, or unload material.

· Signals directions or warnings to coworkers.

· Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with regulations, policies and procedures.

· Performs equipment safety and maintenance checks.

· Coordinates machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.

· Repairs and maintains equipment, making emergency adjustments as necessary...