Certified Crane Operator: Build Heavy Civil Projects

Granite Construction Incorporated; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Granite Construction Incorporated is seeking an experienced Crane Operator to safely operate hydraulic, friction, or crawler cranes on construction sites in the Tucson area. You will follow load charts, perform pre- and post-shift inspections, and work with the crew to ensure safe lifts.

A valid NCCCO certification and 1–3 years of heavy civil crane experience are required. A valid driver’s license is also needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience.
• 1–3 years crane operating experience on heavy civil construction projects including bridges, highway, transit, and rail.
• Current NCCCO Crane Operator Certification, required.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of rigging and load limits; standard hand signals and communications for crane operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic, friction and/or crawler cranes safely per company procedures and loads charts.
• Ensure crane is configured according to load charts and diagrams; perform necessary repairs before operation if needed.
• Conduct daily pre- and post-shift safety inspections and document findings.
• Keep lifts within equipment load limits and proper rigging; verify boom angle and radius per charts.
• Assist crew with general duties when not operating the crane.
• Operate other heavy equipment as required; maintain a clean, safe work area.

Skills

Rigging basics

Hand signals

Lift planning

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NCCCO Crane Operator Certification

Job description

Granite Construction Incorporated is seeking an experienced Crane Operator to safely operate hydraulic, friction, or crawler cranes on construction sites in the Tucson area. You will follow load charts, perform pre- and post-shift inspections, and work with the crew to ensure safe lifts.

A valid NCCCO certification and 1–3 years of heavy civil crane experience are required. A valid driver’s license is also needed.