Full-Time

Boom Truck Operator

RK Industries

RK Industries

1,001-5,000 employees

Specialty contracting, prefabrication, modular systems provider

No salary listed

Abilene, TX, USA

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
General Maintenance & Repair (1)
Required Skills
Welding

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Requirements
  • Current National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators certification applicable to boom truck or crane operations.
  • Demonstrated experience operating boom trucks and performing material picks, lifts, and placements in construction or industrial environments.
  • Knowledge of load charts, rigging practices, crane signaling, and lift planning requirements.
  • Ability to conduct pre-trip inspections and equipment inspections and maintain required operational documentation.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements.
  • Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Department of Transportation, and company safety standards.
  • Journeyman or Master license.
  • Ability to maintain good physical condition, stand for extended periods, work in high, tight, confined, dusty, noisy, hazardous, and adverse locations, work in all types of weather, and lift, move, or carry 50 pounds.
  • Good dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
  • Aptitude for technical problem-solving.
  • Familiarity with building codes and current laws and regulations.
  • Ability to maintain clean and orderly tools and work areas.
  • Knowledge of trade tools, equipment, and materials.
Responsibilities
  • Operate a boom truck safely and efficiently to support construction and material handling activities on active job sites.
  • Perform lifting and placement operations according to company safety policies, site-specific requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
  • Perform journeyman trade work and boom truck operating duties as required by project needs.
  • Perform trade-specific tasks on a construction site.
  • Oversee crew productivity.
  • Ensure schedules and deadlines are met.
  • Perform layout activities.
  • Perform material takeoffs as necessary.
  • Requisition trade-related materials, tools, and equipment.
  • Perform planned maintenance tasks as assigned.
  • Perform equipment start-up with associated documentation.
  • Perform quality control inspections.
  • Perform technical troubleshooting and diagnostics when needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • High school degree or GED, or an equivalent combination of skills and experience.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Keen attention to detail.

RK Industries is a family-owned group delivering specialty contracting, prefabricated solutions and modular systems through seven operating divisions: RK Mechanical, RK Steel, RK Electrical, RK Mission Critical, RK Energy, RK Water and RK Service. It designs, fabricates and installs mechanical, electrical, structural and modular systems across the Mountain West from six facilities headquartered in Denver. Its service model combines on-site contracting work with off-site fabrication and modular construction to streamline projects from design to completion. The company differentiates itself through its long family history, multi-division integration, and regional focus, enabling coordinated, single-source delivery across mechanical, electrical, structural, energy, water and service needs. The goal is to provide reliable, end-to-end contracting and modular solutions that support complex projects while upholding its family legacy and regional service commitments.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Denver, Colorado

Founded

1963

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What believers are saying

  • RK opened its Aurora headquarters on April 1, 2026, targeting nearly 1,200 jobs.
  • LinkedIn said RK expanded into Arizona and Texas and won major HPC work.
  • RK Water opened a 35,440-square-foot Denver facility in spring 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Digital Shovel sued RK in Colorado over portable mining patents in 2024.
  • Powell Electrical Systems filed a Texas breach-of-contract suit against RK on August 11, 2025.
  • Aurora tax credits require hiring targets; missed benchmarks trigger clawbacks by 2034.

What makes RK Industries unique

  • RK Industries combines construction, fabrication, service, and manufacturing under one roof.
  • Its eight divisions span RK Mechanical, Steel, Electrical, Energy, Water, and Mission Critical.
  • The April 2026 Aurora headquarters consolidates operations, manufacturing, and support teams.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Training Programs

Professional Development Budget

Employee Discounts

Mental Health Support