Responsibilities

Driving & Logistics

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

Crane / Boom Operation

• Set up the boom truck on stable ground, position outriggers, and ensure load charts and safety devices are in place.
• Perform safe lifting, slewing, andplacement of loads such as pipes, MTBM components, jacking frames, steel,and construction materials.
• Calculate or verify load weights, radius,sling angles, and working load limits (WLL) before each lift.
• Coordinate with Rigger using standardhand signals or radio communication.

Microtunneling & Site Support

• 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.

Inspection, Maintenance & Documentation

• Conduct pre-operation and post-operation inspections: tires, brakes, hydraulics, wire ropes/slings, hooks, safety latches, outrigger pads, load indicators.
• Report defects and coordinate with mechanics for maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain daily logs: operating hours,fuel, inspections, trip sheets, lifting checklists, and permits.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow company safety procedures, PPE,and lockout/tagout where applicable.
• Comply with lifting plans, exclusionzones, tag lines usage, and barricading requirements.
• Participate in toolbox talks, JHA/TRA, and adhere to local regulations and recognized standards for lifting operations.

Job Requirements

• 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-mountedcranes (telescopic or knuckle boom) and reading load charts.
• 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