Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.

Class 1 Driver (Crane Truck)

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.$66K — $99K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid Class 1 Driver's Licence with a clean driving record
  • Proven experience operating heavy crane trucks (stiff boom, knuckle boom)
  • Crane certification and rigging experience preferred
  • Experience in construction, industrial, or heavy equipment environments
  • Strong understanding of load securement and jobsite safety requirements
  • Ability to interpret lift plans and engage safely around personnel
  • Excellent communication skills with a customer-focused approach

Responsibilities

  • Operate a Class 1 heavy crane truck for transporting and positioning rental equipment
  • Perform crane lifts in various industry environments safely
  • Adhere to safety standards for equipment delivery and recovery
  • Conduct site assessments to identify hazards and establish safety zones
  • Secure loads for safe transportation per provincial regulations
  • Drive in diverse environments and jobsite conditions
  • Provide operational guidance to customers and complete equipment inspections

Benefits

  • Local driving with steady hours
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • RRSP matching and tool/boot allowance
  • Paid vacation and sick days
  • Paid ongoing technical and safety training
  • Career growth opportunities across multiple departments
  • A supportive, safety-first team culture
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary

Join the Fastest Growing Rental Company in Canada!

Sunbelt Rentals is seeking an experienced Class 1 Heavy Crane Truck Driver to safely transport, load, unload, and position rental equipment at customer jobsites. This role is ideal for a skilled professional with hands-on experience operating stiff boom, knuckle boom, or heavy crane trucks in construction, industrial, and commercial environments.

As a key member of our team, you'll be responsible for delivering exceptional service while operating specialized lifting equipment safely and efficiently. You will serve as the face of Sunbelt Rentals at customer sites, ensuring equipment is delivered and placed accurately while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Why You'll Love Working With Us
  • Local driving with steady hours
  • Competitive wages
  • Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision)
  • RRSP matching
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Safety boot reimbursement
  • Career growth opportunities across operations, service, sales, and leadership
  • Ongoing technical and safety training
  • Supportive, safety-first team culture


What You'll Do
  • Operate a Class 1 heavy crane truck to transport, load, unload, and position rental equipment at customer locations
  • Perform safe and precise crane lifts in construction, industrial, commercial, and infrastructure environments
  • Deliver and recover a variety of rental equipment while adhering to company and regulatory safety standards
  • Conduct site assessments to identify lifting hazards and establish safe work zones
  • Secure loads and ensure proper transportation of equipment in accordance with provincial regulations
  • Drive in urban, suburban, rural, and challenging jobsite environments
  • Provide equipment orientation and basic operational guidance to customers as required
  • Complete pre-trip, post-trip, and crane inspection reports
  • Perform minor troubleshooting and basic maintenance on vehicles and equipment
  • Deliver exceptional customer service and represent Sunbelt Rentals professionally at every jobsite


What You Bring
  • Valid Class 1 Driver's Licence with a clean and acceptable driving record
  • Demonstrated experience operating heavy crane trucks (stiff boom, knuckle boom, or similar)
  • Crane certification and rigging experience considered a strong asset
  • Experience working in construction, industrial, heavy equipment, or rental environments
  • Strong understanding of load securement, lifting practices, and jobsite safety requirements
  • Ability to interpret lift plans and work safely around personnel, utilities, and structures
  • Excellent communication skills and customer-focused attitude
  • Commitment to safe work practices and regulatory compliance


Physical Requirements

This role requires:
  • Frequent bending, crouching, kneeling, and reaching
  • Lifting and handling materials weighing 50+ lbs
  • Working indoors and outdoors in varying weather and site conditions
  • Climbing on and around heavy equipment and commercial vehicles


We Want to Hear From You If You've Worked As
  • Heavy Crane Truck Operator
  • Boom Truck Operator
  • Knuckle Boom Operator
  • Stiff Boom Crane Operator
  • Mobile Crane Operator
  • Class 1 Heavy Equipment Driver
  • Heavy Haul Driver
  • Lowbed/Lowboy Driver
  • Equipment Transport Specialist
  • Construction Delivery Driver


Additional Information

Candidates will undergo a pre-employment background check and driver's abstract review.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Base Pay Range
31.80 - 47.71

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Please visit https://www.sunbeltrentals.com/careers/ for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network.

Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees. This package includes:

  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • Enhanced Vacation Time based on Years of Service & 5 Paid Sick Days
  • Leading wages
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • RRSP Matching
  • Tool and Boot Allowance
  • Career development and advancement
  • Employee Assistance Program


Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply.

If a current Sunbelt Rentals employee has referred you for an employment opportunity please notify them that you are applying for this position. In order for the employee to get a referral bonus they need to contact their regional recruiter.

About Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.

Sunbelt Rentals is an equipment rental company that provides a range of equipment for construction, industrial, and homeowner applications. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina. Sunbelt Rentals has over 1,000 locations across the United States and Canada and is a subsidiary of Ashtead Group, a British equipment rental company. The company has been recognized for its safety record and commitment to sustainability.
Learn more about Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.
Size
19,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1983

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