Adena Crane Operator

Adena Corporation; Mansfield (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Adena Corporation is seeking a Crane Operator in Mansfield, OH to operate various cranes and move heavy equipment safely on job sites. The role requires reading load charts, following signals, and maintaining rigging practices across multiple crane types.

The ideal candidate will hold a high school diploma or GED, have rigging knowledge, and a valid driver’s license, with willingness to travel to sites and work in loud environments. OSHA-safety oriented and team-focused.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• NCCER/NCCCO Rigging Certification a plus.
• Experience operating multiple crane types is preferred.
• Proven knowledge of load charts and signaling.
• Ability to travel to sites and work in loud environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of cranes (tower, mobile, crawler) to move loads safely.
• Read and interpret load charts for different machines.
• Follow industry-standard crane hand signals and communicate clearly.
• Rig loads using shackles, straps, slings, rope and hoists.
• Perform rigging tasks and assist with forklift duties as needed.
• Report any safety concerns to Foreman or Safety Department.
• Follow job orientations and training procedures daily.
• Inspect equipment and report defects or needed repairs.
• Maintain clean and functional crane and equipment.

Skills

Crane operation experience

Rigging knowledge

Lifting signals knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Safety-consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NCCER/NCCCO Rigging Certification (plus)

Job description

Position Title: Adena Crane Operator

Location: Mansfield, OH

Date Posted: 10/06/2026

Pay Range: N/A

Salary Interval: Hourly Non Exempt

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

Position Description

Adena Crane Operator

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:

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

Position Requirements

Adena Crane Operator

Desired Qualifications/Skills:

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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