3rd Shift Overhead Crane Operator — Sign-On Bonus

Caterpillar Inc.; South Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career development

Incentive bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Overhead Crane Operator for the South Milwaukee, WI facility. This 3rd shift, full-time role offers a $2,000 sign-on/retention bonus and pays hourly according to a defined pay progression.

Responsibilities include operating 30-ton or larger cranes, rigging loads, and maintaining safe, efficient operations while supporting a large manufacturing team building mining equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating 30-ton or larger overhead or jib cranes.
• Successful completion of crane operator training and certification.
• Familiarity with rigging practices and material handling safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate 30-ton or larger overhead cranes and jib cranes to move heavy materials.
• Safely hitch, unhitch, raise, lower, and position loads using proper rigging techniques.
• Select and inspect rigging equipment including chains, clevises, hooks, and slings.
• Identify, receive, load, move, and store materials throughout the facility.
• Operate power lift trucks as needed.
• Follow documented procedures and standard work to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Crane operation

Rigging knowledge

Safety consciousness

Education

Crane operator training/certification

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Overhead Crane Operator for the South Milwaukee, WI facility. This 3rd shift, full-time role offers a $2,000 sign-on/retention bonus and pays hourly according to a defined pay progression.

Responsibilities include operating 30-ton or larger cranes, rigging loads, and maintaining safe, efficient operations while supporting a large manufacturing team building mining equipment.