CDL Crane Operator (Houston / Baytown, TX)

Sterling Crane USA; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401K with Company match

Company-paid life insurance

Annual safety shoe reimbursement

Holiday Pay

Vacation Pay

Marmon Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Sterling Crane LLC in Texas is seeking a professional crane operator to safely operate a range of cranes and hoists, maintain equipment, and document operations. You will work with ground crews to ensure efficient lifts, verify ground conditions, and comply with site safety regulations.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma, 3+ years crane experience (rough terrain/carry decks), Class A CDL, NCCCO license, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with rough terrain cranes, carry decks, crawlers and mobile cranes.
• Must hold a Class A CDL.
• Pass post-offer drug and physical screens and meet background requirements.
• Dependable with flexibility to work overtime.
• Maintain NCCCO Crane Operators License for qualified equipment.
• Able to read and understand technical drawings and manuals.
• Strong verbal and written communication; follow safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a variety of specialized cranes and equipment per procedures.
• Assess ground conditions and check for overhead obstructions.
• Perform daily inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Keep logs and records of operations.
• Maintain clear hand signals and radio communications with ground crews.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A

NCCCO Crane License

Crane experience 3+ yrs

Reading technical drawings

Verbal & written communication

Teamwork

Overtime flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sterling Crane LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Founded in 1954, Sterling Crane has been one of North America’s premier leaders in the heavy lift industry offering operated and bare rentals, sales, parts, and unparalleled service to all our customers. We boast one of the largest inventories of modern lifting equipment in North America, in excess of 1000 units.

We're winning a better way.

At Sterling Crane USA, you truly get the best of both worlds --the dynamic opportunities that come with being part of a growing, U.S. -based company, combined with the strength, stability, and long-term vision of being part of Marmon and Berkshire Hathaway.

The crane operator is required to safely operate cranes efficiently and maintain a standard of accuracy that aligns with the company procedures and customer requirements.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Efficiently and safely operate a variety of specialized machinery in accordance with established procedures and guidelines ensuring the right selection and set up is made regarding crane, lift or hoist
• Inspects and assesses ground conditions as well as any possible overhead obstructions
• Maintain equipment through daily inspections, to include performance of routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Maintain logs and records of operational activities
• Maintain visual and radio communications with ground operators according to best practices and site safety regulations, and respond to questions and instructions clearly and quickly
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years experience working with rough terrain cranes, carry decks, crawlers and mobile cranes
• Class A CDL
• Successfully pass post offer drug and physical screens and have a background that meets company requirements
• Dependable and reliable with flexibility to work overtime, when necessary
• Maintain a current NCCCO Crane Operators License for qualified equipment
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, materials or instructions
• Good verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions, applicable safety regulations, and to maintain records
• Must have strong ability work well within a team environment.

Physical Requirements

• Strong depth perception and quick reaction time
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 65 lbs. occasionally and 50 lbs. regularly
• Visual capabilities to follow hand signals, maintain all logs and operate machinery
• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to work in a variety of weather including extreme heat and cold

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401K with Company match
• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Annual reimbursement for safety shoe and prescription safety eyewear
• Holiday Pay
• Vacation Pay
• Marmon Employee Discount Program

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.