The Boom Truck Operator (CDL Driver) is responsible for safely transporting, delivering, and placing building materials at customer jobsites using commercial boom truck equipment. This role combines ...
The Boom Truck Operator (CDL Driver) is responsible for safely transporting, delivering, and placing building materials at customer jobsites using commercial boom truck equipment. This role combines ...
Boom Truck Operator CDL Driver
Boston, MA · On-site
The Boom Truck Operator (CDL Driver) is responsible for safely transporting, delivering, and placing building materials at customer jobsites using commercial boom truck equipment. This role combines ...
Boom Truck Operator CDL Driver
Boston, MA · On-site
The Boom Truck Operator (CDL Driver) is responsible for safely transporting, delivering, and placing building materials at customer jobsites using commercial boom truck equipment. This role combines ...
Boom Truck Operator CDL Driver
Boston, MA · On-site
$27.80 - $38.60/hr
The Boom Truck Operator (CDL Driver) is responsible for safely transporting, delivering, and placing building materials at customer jobsites using commercial boom truck equipment. This role combines ...
Boom Truck Operator CDL Driver
Boston, MA · On-site
$27.80 - $38.60/hr
The Boom Truck Operator (CDL Driver) is responsible for safely transporting, delivering, and placing building materials at customer jobsites using commercial boom truck equipment. This role combines ...
Mooring Barge Operator
Marion, MA · On-site
$18.75 - $22.50/hr
Mooring barge operator is a full-time position of mooring maintenance. Responsibilities include the ... knuckle boom. The applicant must be able to work independently. This position requires the ...
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Mooring Barge Operator
Marion, MA · On-site
$18.75 - $22.50/hr
Mooring barge operator is a full-time position of mooring maintenance. Responsibilities include the ... knuckle boom. The applicant must be able to work independently. This position requires the ...
Mooring Barge Operator
Marion, MA · On-site
$18.75 - $25.25/hr
Paid time off Mooring barge operator is a full-time position of mooring maintenance ... knuckle boom. The applicant must be able to work independently. This position requires the ...
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Mooring Barge Operator
Marion, MA · On-site
$18.75 - $25.25/hr
Paid time off Mooring barge operator is a full-time position of mooring maintenance ... knuckle boom. The applicant must be able to work independently. This position requires the ...
Heavy Equipment Operator - CDL - Class A, must drive Manual
Taunton, MA · On-site
$28 - $35/hr
Our Operators carefully and safely operate trucks and heavy equipment including, but not limited to, Boom Truck, back hoes, skid steers, front-end loaders with forks, and excavators. Additional ...
Heavy Equipment Operator - CDL - Class A, must drive Manual
Taunton, MA · On-site
$28 - $35/hr
Our Operators carefully and safely operate trucks and heavy equipment including, but not limited to, Boom Truck, back hoes, skid steers, front-end loaders with forks, and excavators. Additional ...
Our Operators carefully and safely operate trucks and heavy equipment including, but not limited to, Boom Truck, back hoes, skid steers, front-end loaders with forks, and excavators. Additional ...
Our Operators carefully and safely operate trucks and heavy equipment including, but not limited to, Boom Truck, back hoes, skid steers, front-end loaders with forks, and excavators. Additional ...
Warehouse Operator
Milford, MA · On-site
$22 - $27/hr
Prior experience operating overhead cranes, forklift with boom and gator preferred * A strong work ethic and a commitment to quality and safety * Excellent attention to detail and the ability to ...
Warehouse Operator
Milford, MA · On-site
$22 - $27/hr
Prior experience operating overhead cranes, forklift with boom and gator preferred * A strong work ethic and a commitment to quality and safety * Excellent attention to detail and the ability to ...
Warehouse Operator
Milford, MA · On-site
$22 - $27/hr
Prior experience operating overhead cranes, forklift with boom and gator preferred * A strong work ethic and a commitment to quality and safety * Excellent attention to detail and the ability to ...
Warehouse Operator
Milford, MA · On-site
$22 - $27/hr
Prior experience operating overhead cranes, forklift with boom and gator preferred * A strong work ethic and a commitment to quality and safety * Excellent attention to detail and the ability to ...
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Forklift Operator - Cooler 3rd Shift
Franklin, MA · On-site
$20/hr
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Forklift Operator - Cooler 3rd Shift
Franklin, MA · On-site
$20/hr
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Forklift Operator - Cooler 3rd Shift
Franklin, MA · On-site
$20/hr
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Forklift Operator - Cooler 3rd Shift
Franklin, MA · On-site
$20/hr
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Forklift Operator - Cooler 1st Shift
Franklin, MA · On-site
$20/hr
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Forklift Operator - Cooler 1st Shift
Franklin, MA · On-site
$20/hr
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Forklift Operator - Cooler 1st Shift
Franklin, MA · On-site
$20/hr
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Forklift Operator - Cooler 1st Shift
Franklin, MA · On-site
$20/hr
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Forklift Operator - Cooler 3rd Shift
Franklin, MA · On-site
$20/hr
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Forklift Operator - Cooler 3rd Shift
Franklin, MA · On-site
$20/hr
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Forklift Operator ... forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel 'hook fork' grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or ...
Boom Operator information
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$17.06 - $19.38
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$19.38 - $21.69
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$21.69 - $24.01
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$25.44 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$24.01 - $26.32
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The median wage is $27.45 / hr.
$26.32 - $28.64
36% of jobs
$29.40 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$28.64 - $30.95
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$30.95 - $33.27
6% of jobs
$33.27 - $35.58
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What does a boom operator do?
A Boom Operator is responsible for capturing high-quality audio on film and television sets. They operate a boom microphone, positioning it to clearly record dialogue while staying out of the camera frame. Boom Operators also assist the production sound mixer by managing cables and using wireless microphones when needed. Their role is crucial in ensuring crisp, clear sound for a production.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a boom operator?
To thrive as a Boom Operator, you need excellent audio recording skills, a keen ear for sound quality, and a solid understanding of set etiquette, often supported by experience or a degree in audio production or film. Familiarity with boom microphones, audio recorders, wireless systems, and related sound equipment is essential, and certification in audio technology can be an asset. Strong teamwork, communication, and the ability to stay focused and physically agile on set are valuable soft skills. These abilities ensure high-quality location sound capture and seamless collaboration with the production crew for optimal results.
What are some common challenges faced by boom operators on set?
Boom Operators often face the challenge of capturing clean audio while avoiding shadows, staying out of camera shots, and minimizing noise from movement or the environment. Sets can be physically demanding, requiring long hours of standing, holding the boom mic in challenging positions, and adapting to rapidly changing filming conditions. Collaboration with the sound mixer and the rest of the crew is crucial to coordinate timing and ensure the best possible audio without disrupting the shooting schedule. These challenges make the role dynamic and require quick problem-solving skills as well as strong attention to detail.

QXO rating
8.0
Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
114th of 412 rated retail wholesalers
Job description
QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company's mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a best-in-class customer experience. QXO is North America's largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second-largest distributor of roofing products, the second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials, and the largest distributor of waterproofing products. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth. For more information, visit QXO.com.
What you will do:The Boom Truck Operator (CDL Driver) is responsible for safely transporting, delivering, and placing building materials at customer jobsites using commercial boom truck equipment. This role combines commercial driving responsibilities with skilled boom operation to safely unload and position materials while maintaining compliance with DOT regulations, OSHA requirements, and company safety standards. The Boom Truck Operator works closely with dispatch, warehouse personnel, customers, and field teams to ensure materials are delivered accurately, safely, and efficiently. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, customer-oriented, and experienced operating commercial vehicles and hydraulic boom equipment.
Transportation & Delivery
- Safely transport building materials, drywall, lumber, millwork, roofing products, and other construction materials to customer jobsites
- Plan delivery routes while considering traffic, weather, road restrictions, and jobsite accessibility
- Perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections in accordance with DOT/FMCSA regulations and company policies
- Maintain regular communication with dispatch regarding delivery status, delays, route changes, and customer updates
- Obtain customer signatures and delivery confirmations upon completion of deliveries
Boom Truck Operation
- Safely operate hydraulic boom equipment to unload and place materials at customer jobsites
- Perform boom lifts while following all company safety procedures, OSHA regulations, and safe lifting practices
- Assess jobsites prior to boom operation to identify hazards and ensure safe equipment setup
- Position materials accurately to meet customer requirements while minimizing product damage
- Monitor boom operation and equipment performance throughout the lifting process
- Follow all hoisting requirements and applicable licensing regulations where required
Loading & Material Handling
- Secure materials properly before transport using approved load securement methods
- Verify load accuracy before departing the branch
- Assist warehouse personnel with loading materials onto delivery vehicles
- Inspect materials for damage and verify quantities prior to delivery
- Assist customers with unloading and placement of materials when appropriate
- Complete touch-freight activities as operational needs require
Equipment & Documentation
- Perform daily equipment inspections, including boom systems, hydraulic components, vehicle safety systems, and load securement equipment
- Maintain assigned company vehicle and boom equipment in clean, safe, and professional condition
- Complete inspection reports, electronic logs, delivery documentation, and equipment records accurately
- Report equipment damage, maintenance concerns, or safety issues immediately
- Maintain required operating certifications and licenses
Customer Service
- Deliver exceptional customer service during every delivery
- Communicate professionally with customers, contractors, builders, and field personnel
- Resolve delivery concerns professionally while representing QXO in a positive manner
- Maintain professional appearance and conduct during customer interactions
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all DOT/FMCSA regulations, OSHA requirements, company driving policies, and PPE standards
- Promote a safety-first culture by identifying and reporting unsafe conditions
- Ensure safe loading, transportation, boom operation, and material placement
- Protect company assets, customer property, and surrounding structures during boom operations
- Perform additional duties as assigned
- Strong knowledge of commercial driving and safe boom operation
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
- Ability to work independently while managing daily delivery schedules
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting awareness
- Ability to safely operate mobile technology, GPS systems, and electronic delivery tools
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Valid CDL Class A or CDL Class B license in good standing
- Valid medical examiner's certificate (Medical Card)
- Applicable hoisting or crane operator certification where required by state or local regulations
- Clean driving record and ability to satisfy company driving requirements
- Previous boom truck or hydraulic crane operation experience preferred
- Experience delivering building materials, drywall, lumber, millwork, roofing products, or similar materials preferred
- Forklift experience or material handling certification is a plus
- Ability to pass DOT physical, drug screening, and background requirements as applicable
- Primarily field-based with frequent driving throughout assigned delivery territories
- Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, construction sites, warehouses, and customer facilities
- Frequent operation of commercial vehicles, hydraulic boom equipment, and material handling equipment
- Ability to climb, bend, reach, lift, and safely enter or exit commercial vehicles throughout the workday
- Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and carry materials weighing up to 75 pounds using proper lifting techniques
- Ability to safely perform elevated lifting operations using boom equipment
- May require overtime, weekends, or flexible schedules based on customer and operational needs
- Health Care Benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid Time Off
Benefits for unionrepresented roles are determined by the applicable collective bargaining agreement and may differ from standard company benefits.
QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender and sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.
To comply with Pay Transparency laws, employers must disclose an annual salary range. Actual offers depend on factors such as location, experience, skills, and market data. This position may also offer variable compensation.
Pay RangeUSD $27.80 - USD $38.60 /Hr.Employment Type: FULL_TIME