Tower Crane Operator

Clark Builders; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation pay

Overtime opportunities

RRSP matching

EFAP program

Health benefits

Referral bonus

Job summary

Clark Builders in Alberta is hiring a Tower Crane Operator to work on the Red Deer Regional Hospital project. You will be responsible for the safe operation of the tower crane and for moving machinery, materials, and formwork around the site.

Reporting to the Foreman or Superintendent, you will conduct pre-operational inspections, load calculations, and routine maintenance while adhering to OH&S regulations and ensuring proper rigging and lifts.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered apprentice, certified journeyperson, or hold a valid credential.
• Luffer experience required.
• Capable decision maker and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate tower cranes to lift, move, and place equipment and materials.
• Perform pre-operational inspections, safety checks, and load calculations.
• Inspect and maintain crane components as required.
• Coordinate with site leadership for optimal crane placement.
• Ensure rigging and hoisting are conducted safely.
• Assist with crane assembly on site.
• Comply with OH&S regulations and safety policies.
• Keep tickets up to date and represent Clark Builders professionally.

Skills

Capable decision maker

Coordination & manual dexterity

Ability to work at heights

Good vision

Education

Registered apprentice / Journeyperson / recognized credential

Job description

At Clark Builders, we're more than a construction company - we're purpose driven partners committed to building stronger communities. Serving institutional, commercial, and industrial clients across Western and Northern Canada since 1974, we bring a relationship-based approach, deep expertise, and a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability to everything we do. As part of the Turner Construction family, we offer the personalized culture of a local team with the strength of a global leader. Learn more about our Purpose and what drives us by visiting our Who We Are page.

Position Description: Clark Builders is hiring Tower Crane Operators to work on the Red Deer Regional Hospital! This role will be responsible for the safe operation of the tower crane and will move machinery, materials, formwork and other large objects.

Reporting to: Foreman or Superintendent

Duties / Responsibilities

• Operate tower cranes to lift, move, position or place equipment and materials
• Performs pre-operational inspections, safety checks, test lifts and load chart calculations
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance as required
• Communicates with site leadership to determine the best placement of crane for planned lifts
• Ensure that all rigging operations are carried out in a safe manner.
• Service the hoist and swing equipment used to move machinery, materials and other large objects.
• Assist with the crane assembly onsite.
• Abide by OH&S regulations.
• Review safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure safety tickets are up to date.
• Represent Clark Builders in a professional and respectful manner.
• Adhere to Clark Builders policies and procedures.

Skills & Knowledge

• Capable decision maker, prepared to work independently when necessary.
• Coordination and manual dexterity
• The ability to work at heights
• Good vision

Qualifications & Experience

• Must be a registered apprentice, a certified journeyperson, or hold a valid recognized credential.
• Luffer experience required.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive wages and vacation pay.
• Opportunity to work overtime hours.
• Employer RRSP Matching program.
• Employee and Family Assistance (EFAP) program.
• Comprehensive health and benefits plan.
• Employee referral program - earn a cash bonus if the candidate you refer passes their 90-day probation.

Comments: Environmental aspects (weather, heights, etc.) play an important role for this position since work is often outdoors. *Please note this is a safety sensitive position.