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Boom Driver - Class 3

@ JDI

Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia

Full-time
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Overview

JDI, through Kent, is hiring a full-time Boom Truck Driver to deliver building materials such as windows, doors, cement and shingles to private homes and construction sites. The role requires operating a boom, loading and unloading product, and working up to 12-hour shifts in all weather. A Class 3 licence with air brake endorsement is required.

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver building materials to homes and construction sites
  • Operate the boom and load/unload product
  • Monitor truck maintenance and complete daily checklists
  • Maintain contact with dispatch and report defects or accidents

Requirements summary:

  • Valid Class 3 licence with air brake endorsement
  • Manual transmission required
  • Lift up to 75 lbs
  • Clean driver's abstract
  • Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

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Source and dates

Employer career site / ATS feed · oraclecloud

Employer posting date
2026-08-11
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-09

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentTransportation & driving
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingConstruction site, Warehouse, Vehicle
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 75 lb · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsClass 3, Air brake endorsement
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checksdriving record
Encouraged to applyPeople with disabilities
EducationHigh school (required)

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Job description

As a Boom Truck Driver, you will be part of the team that provides delivery services for our customers displaying the highest standards of safety and excellent customer service. You will be responsible for monitoring truck maintenance and keeping driver’s records requirements such as daily check list. This job can be physically demanding.

  • Deliver materials to private homes and construction sites safely – Materials include Windows and doors, Cement, Shingles, and other building materials.
  • Operate Boom
  • Load and unload product
  • Prepare trucks for loading
  • Ensure proper vehicle maintenance and safety
  • Maintain contact with dispatch and work to resolve any issues
  • Verify load security and accuracy
  • Report defects, violations, accidents, or injuries
  • Maintain a professional behavior
  • Follow all safety regulations, company policies, and procedures
  • Valid Class 3 License with air brake endorsement, Manual transmission is required
  • Ability to lift up to 75lbs
  • Drivers Abstract Required
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions, fast paced and dynamic workplace
  • Ability to work up to 12 Hour shifts (varying start time)
  • Self-Motivated, punctual, and reliable
  • Must have Safety mindset
  • High attention to detail
  • Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
  • Able to do physical work
Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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