Mobile Crane Operator

The Crane Operator is responsible for operating a mobile crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. The Operator controls crane functions by depressing buttons and foot pedals as well as manipulating levers. The Operator will be required to unload crane accessories, equipment and materials from trailers or support vehicles. The Operator must be
NCCCO certified and also have a CDL Class B license, and will be required to perform pre- and post- trip inspections along with daily and monthly equipment inspections. Operators also follow appropriate safety procedures and maintain logs of vehicle repair status and working hours. Operator typically works under direct supervision and is expected to work long hours with frequent sitting, standing, moving, climbing and lifting. The Operator is subject to possible exposure to extreme year round outdoor environment.

Responsibilities

- Operates various types of cranes but usually fixed and swing cab Boom Trucks to lift material, objects into place.

- Drives crane to work site and properly sets up per the manufacturer’s operators manual and company rules regarding cribbing/matting. Cribbing blocks or mats as required to perform job requirements of customer;

- Directs activities of helpers in setting up and knocking down the equipment. Placing cribbing blocks and/or pads, moves levers and foot pedals to rotate super structure, raise and lowers boom to raise and lower cables.
- Operate crane according to signals from helper; bolt and/or pin boom sections together to modify boom lengths;
- Perform routine maintenance.
- Maintain tools to and complete minor repairs.
- Properly barricades counterweight tail swing radius.
- Take complete charge of all safety pertaining to set up and knockdown and operation of crane.
- Understands and can properly fill out relevant paperwork
- Drives truck to worksites and unloads truck.
- Any other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

- Must be knowledgeable in OSHA Regulations and ANSI standards in crane operations.
- Must be able to read and speak the English language.
- Possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and fit for duty test.
- Must possess a current NCCCO or equivalent crane operator certification.
- Must hold a license, if required, from the state/district where crane will be operated.
- Must have proficient oral and written communication skills, technical skills, and functional skills

Physical Demands

The employee must climb, stand, and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. At times employee may be required to lift in excess of 50 pounds with assistance.

Work Environment

The employee will be required to wear appropriate PPE equipment. The employee will be exposed to extreme temperatures, fumes, or airborne particles. The employee will be required to work at heights in excess of 100’. The noise level in the workplace is moderate.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location:

Multiple locations

Construction

Typical start time:

7AM

Typical end time:

5PM

We are a well-established family owned business specializing in high quality rentals, as well as portable welding, custom fabrication and manufacturing and commercial buildings.

Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $22.00 to $30.00 /hour

Pay may depend on skills and/or qualifications