Certified Crane Operator – NCCCO | IUOE Local 178

Wilkerson Crane Rental; Oklaunion (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilkerson Crane Rental is seeking a certified crane operator to safely operate various crane types and position loads at construction and industrial sites. You will follow spotter signals, maintain equipment, and uphold OSHA and NCCCO safety standards.

The role requires reading lift plans and load charts, with precise attention to detail, weather considerations, and teamwork to ensure project timelines and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current NCCCO crane operator certification.
• Proven experience operating cranes in construction, industrial, or marine environments.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, lift plans, and load charts.
• Strong safety knowledge and adherence to regulations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate tower, mobile, overhead, and hydraulic cranes.
• Interpret signals from spotters and position loads accurately.
• Maneuver cranes to lift, lower, and move materials per project requirements.
• Inspect crane mechanisms and perform routine maintenance.
• Monitor operations to prevent overloading and unsafe conditions.
• Follow OSHA, NCCCO, and company safety standards at all times.
• Conduct pre-operational crane inspections and report hazards.
• Maintain records of inspections and incidents as required.

Skills

NCCCO certification

Crane operation

Signal interpretation

Load chart interpretation

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Tower cranes

Mobile cranes

Overhead cranes

Hydraulic cranes

Job description

Wilkerson Crane Rental is seeking a certified crane operator to safely operate various crane types and position loads at construction and industrial sites. You will follow spotter signals, maintain equipment, and uphold OSHA and NCCCO safety standards.

The role requires reading lift plans and load charts, with precise attention to detail, weather considerations, and teamwork to ensure project timelines and safety compliance.