Certified Crane Operator - Bridges & Heavy Lifts (250t)

Blythe Construction; Madison (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Paid Basic Life Insurance

Company Paid Long Term Disability

Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay

Company Paid Parental Leave

Company Paid Maternity Leave

Company Paid Employee/Family Assistant

Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance

Voluntary Dental Insurance

Voluntary Short Term Disability

Voluntary Supplemental Term Life

Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, ,

Job summary

Blythe Construction is seeking a certified crane operator with bridge construction and girder setting experience in Madison, NC. The role requires operating mobile cranes safely and coordinating with site supervision to ensure efficient, compliant lifts.

Applicants should have at least five years of industry experience, CCO certification, and rigging/signal qualifications. Strong reading of load charts and safety discipline are essential in this outdoor construction environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of industry experience as a certified crane operator.
• Experience with cranes up to 250 tons (4000w) Friction and Hydraulic and pile driving.
• Must understand ANSI B 30.5, OSHA and related regulations.
• Ability to read load charts and perform pre- and post-start inspections.
• Able to communicate effectively with supervisors and crew on site.

Responsibilities

• Operate various mobile cranes safely.
• Understand crane operation characteristics, controls and emergency skills.
• Demonstrate load chart usage and testing on configurations.
• Coordinate daily activities with supervisors and crews.
• Set up and operate crane safely including load securing procedures.
• Maintain awareness of power lines, site hazards and signaling.

Skills

Crane operation

Safety compliance

Load chart interpretation

Team coordination

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

CCO Certification

Qualified Rigging Level 1

Qualified Signal Person Level 1

Job description

Blythe Construction is seeking a certified crane operator with bridge construction and girder setting experience in Madison, NC. The role requires operating mobile cranes safely and coordinating with site supervision to ensure efficient, compliant lifts.

Applicants should have at least five years of industry experience, CCO certification, and rigging/signal qualifications. Strong reading of load charts and safety discipline are essential in this outdoor construction environment.