About Millstone Weber (100% Employee Owned):
We are transportation infrastructure builders solving complex needs for the communities we work in for close to 100 years. We specialize in a broad range of construction markets including Highway/Bridge, Airfield/Federal, Rail/Mass Transit and Alternate Delivery including Design-Build. We focus heavily on self-performance with capabilities including heavy duty concrete paving, bridges, structural concrete, deep foundations, earthwork grading, storm drainage, and highway construction. We are ready to help solve any challenges.
At Millstone Weber, we are: Team First, Problem Solving, Passionate About Results, and we Get Better Every day. With these standards at the heart of who we are, MW is constantly striving for the best.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and safety-focused Boom Truck Operator to join our team in St. Charles, MO. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a boom truck to lift, move, and place materials at job sites, while adhering to all safety regulations and company policies.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate a boom truck to lift, position, and transport materials, equipment, and loads at job sites
- Conduct pre-operation inspections of the boom truck, including hydraulic systems, cables, rigging, and safety devices
- Read and interpret load charts to determine safe lifting capacities based on boom angle, radius, and load weight
- Communicate effectively with ground crew, riggers, and signal persons during lifting operations
- Perform routine maintenance checks and report any mechanical issues or malfunctions
- Follow all OSHA, DOT, and company safety guidelines and procedures
- Maintain accurate logs of daily operations, inspections, and maintenance
- Transport the boom truck to and from job sites in compliance with DOT regulations
- Assist with rigging and load securement as needed
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
- Willing to travel to various job sites as required
Required Qualifications
- NCCO Certification (National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators) required
- Class B CDL (Commercial Driver's License) required
- Rigging and Signal Person Certification required
- Proven experience operating boom trucks or similar mobile cranes
- Strong understanding of load charts, rigging principles, and crane safety standards
- Ability to read and interpret operating manuals, load charts, and site plans
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Clean driving record and ability to pass DOT physical and drug screening
Preferred Qualifications
- Class A CDL preferred
- Prior experience in construction, utility, or industrial settings
Physical Requirements
- Ability to climb, bend, and work at heights as required
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Ability to sit for extended periods while operating equipment
Schedule
- Monday–Friday, with occasional weekends and overtime as needed
Why Join Us?
At Millstone Weber, we're building more than roads-we're building careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. Join a team that values integrity, innovation, and people-first leadership.
