Adena Crane Operator

Adena Corporation; Mansfield (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

Company Paid Life Insurance

401K with Company Match and 100% vest/

Paid Time Off

Referral Bonus Program

Employee Assistance Program

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Adena Corporation is seeking a Crane Operator to safely move heavy equipment on various crane platforms. You will operate tower, mobile, crawler, and other cranes, following load charts and crane signals to ensure precise lifts.

The role requires vigilance with safety protocols, routine inspections, and collaboration with the Foreman and Safety Department. A strong work ethic and travel readiness are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• NCCER/NCCCO Rigging Certification a plus.
• Experience operating heavy equipment or cranes preferred.
• Must obtain/training certifications prior to operating equipment
• Experience with rigging equipment (shackles, straps, slings, rope, hoists).
• Strong knowledge of lifting signals and crane operating principles.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes to move heavy equipment and materials.
• Read load charts for different machines.
• Follow industry standard signals during lifts.
• Maneuver loads safely around obstacles with rigging techniques.
• Perform routine inspections and report defects.
• Maintain equipment and adhere to safety policies.

Skills

Crane operation knowledge

Rigging coordination

Load chart reading

Safety awareness

Communication/signals

Vison/hearing acuity

Independent judgment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NCCER/NCCCO rigging certification

Tools

Shackles

Slings

Rope

Hoists

Job description

We are currently looking for a career-minded Crane Operator to join the Adena team.

What We Offer You!

• Health Savings Account
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401K with Company Match and 100% vesting after 90 Days!
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Holiday Pay
• And so much More!

Position Description

Summary

The Crane Operator will utilize construction cranes to safely move heavy equipment and materials from one location to another. The Crane Operator may use a variety of different cranes, including tower cranes, mobile cranes, crawler cranes and tower cranes.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Experience operating different types of cranes/crawler cranes. (Lattice Boom Crawler, Large Hydraulic, Small Hydraulic, Tower, Etc.)
• Reads and understands load charts for different types of machines.
• Knows and understands industry standard signals.
• Maneuvers suspended loads over, under, and/or around obstacles using specialized rigging techniques.
• Performs different rigging challenges.
• Assist with rigging, driving forklifts and other equipment on top of crane-cab duties.
• Brings problems/concerns to the attention of the Foreman, Superintendent or Safety Department.
• Follows daily procedures as set forth in job orientations and trainings.
• Performs routine inspections on assigned equipment and notifies supervisor of defects or needed repairs.
• Cleans and maintains equipment regularly.
• Adheres to the company's safety policies and OSHA safety procedures to create an accident-free work environment.
• Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

Desired Qualifications/Skills

• High School Diploma or GED required
• NCCER/NCCCO (National Center for Construction Education and Research) Rigging Certification a plus.
• Sufficient education or an equivalent combination of experience, education and training that provides the desired knowledge, skills and characteristics to operate heavy equipment.
• Obtain proper training and certifications prior to operating equipment
• Experience with variety rigging equipment - shackles, straps, slings, rope, hoists
• Strong working knowledge of lifting signals and communications
• Considerable knowledge of Crane operating principles
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Operators must have good eyesight, hearing and better than average coordination in order to operate both hand and foot levers simultaneously
• Must have the necessary dexterity and fine motor skills
• Operators must have good judgment in order to perform complicated tasks and must be able to work closely with other crafts without constant supervision.
• Operators must be alert constantly and observant of their surroundings.
• Ability to work in an environment where the noise level is generally loud.
• Must be willing and able to travel to jobsites which may at times require overnight stays away from home
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
• Must have a good work ethic, and the ability to understand and carry out written or verbal instructions