Crane and Rigging Operations Supervisor

Omega Morgan, Inc.; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Omega Morgan, Inc. in Iowa City seeks a Crane & Rigging Operations Supervisor to oversee day-to-day yard activities, lead crane and rigging crews, and ensure safe handling of customer equipment. The role blends hands-on leadership with logistics coordination in an outdoor setting.

You will inspect equipment, organize storage and inventory records, coordinate shipping and receiving, and train staff in rigging practices and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in a foreman, lead, or supervisory role in crane/rigging/Heavy equipment environments.
• Strong knowledge of rigging and lifting operations.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and make sound decisions in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely perform physical tasks with heavy equipment.
• Experience with cranes, crane components, heavy equipment, or transportation.
• Experience with inventory management or equipment tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and coordinate daily crane and rigging personnel activities.
• Plan and prioritize outdoor operations to ensure materials are staged and available.
• Oversee safe loading, unloading, movement, and storage of customer equipment and materials.
• Apply knowledge of rigging, lifting practices, load handling, and equipment.
• Ensure equipment and materials are inspected, maintained, tagged, stored, and organized.
• Coordinate yard logistics to maximize efficiency and minimize delays.
• Maintain records of equipment, inventory, inspections, and outdoor activity.
• Identify safety hazards and enforce safe work practices.

Skills

Leadership

Rigging knowledge

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Outdoor work

Safety-minded

Inventory awareness

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Omega Morgan believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit the individual nor the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.

Summary

The Crane & Rigging Operations Supervisor will oversee the day-to-day operations of our outdoor crane yard. This position provides hands-on leadership to yard personnel while coordinating the safe movement, loading, unloading, staging, inspection of components to be handled, and preparation of cranes, rigging equipment, and related materials.

This role requires strong leadership skills, extensive knowledge and practical experience with rigging and lifting operations, and a solid understanding of logistics and material movement. This role must be organized, safety-minded, able to prioritize competing demands, and comfortable working both in the yard and in an office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and coordinate daily activities of crane and rigging personnel.
• Plan and prioritize outdoor operations to ensure equipment and materials are properly staged and available when needed.
• Oversee the safe loading, unloading, movement, and storage of customer equipment, cranes, rigging equipment, and other materials.
• Apply strong working knowledge of rigging, lifting practices, load handling, and rigging equipment.
• Ensure rigging equipment and other materials are properly inspected, maintained, tagged, stored, and organized.
• Coordinate equipment movements and yard logistics to maximize efficiency and minimize delays.
• Work with management and logistics coordinators to ensure shipping and receiving deadlines are met.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment, inventory, inspections, and outdoor activity.
• Identify potential safety hazards and ensure safe work practices are followed throughout the work environment.
• Train, coach, and mentor outdoor employees in proper work practices, equipment handling, and safety procedures.
• Monitor employee performance and provide direction and accountability when necessary.
• Assist with scheduling and coordinating incoming and outgoing equipment and deliveries.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient work environment.
• Operate or assist with the operation of applicable material-handling equipment as needed and qualified.
• Communicate equipment status, shortages, damage, maintenance needs, and other issues to management.
• Use Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and other company systems, to maintain records, communicate, and support daily operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a foreman, lead, or supervisory role, preferably in a crane, rigging, heavy equipment, construction, industrial, or transportation environment.
• Strong, demonstrated knowledge of rigging and lifting operations.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely perform physical tasks associated with a heavy-equipment operation.
• Experience working with cranes, crane components, heavy equipment, or specialized transportation.
• Experience with inventory management or equipment tracking systems.