Crane or Boom Truck Operator

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.