Crane Operator

Samuel Engineering, Inc.; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Samuel EPC is seeking a Crane Operator for North Dakota assignments. The role requires operating heavy cranes to lift and position machinery at construction sites, with emphasis on safety, signals, and proper rigging procedures.

You will set up outriggers, start the crane, and execute precise movements under direction. The ideal candidate has multiple years of field experience, current crane certifications, English proficiency, and the ability to work with a team under varying schedules.

Qualifications

• Must hold a nationally accredited crane certification and any state certifications where required.
• Current health clearance to operate hoisting equipment.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English to perform job functions.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and any required certifications per OSHA/state/federal regs.
• Ability to work with others to achieve job goals.

Responsibilities

• Operate crane to lift, position and place machinery, equipment or large objects at sites.
• Set up blocks and outriggers to prevent capsizing when lifting loads.
• Start crane engine and control boom movement per signals from helper.
• Move levers/pedals to raise/lower and extend/retract the crane as needed.
• Collaborate with helpers and follow safety procedures and signals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by foreman or supervisor.

Skills

National crane certification

Health clearance

Truck driving

Block and outrigger setup

Crane operation controls

Signal interpretation

Boom extension techniques

Precision and accuracy

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

OSHA/state/federal certifications (as required)

Three years field experience in trade

Job description

Crane Operator - North Dakota

Purpose: Operates crane to lift, positions and places machinery, equipment or other large objects at construction sites and industrial facilities.

Work Schedule: Varies by location. Must have open availability any time any day of the week. Length of employment is limited to job assignment and/or project duration.

Essential Skills (may include but are not limited to the ability to:)

• Must have a nationally accredited certification and State Certifications where required.
• Must have a current health clearance to operate hoisting equipment.
• Drive trucks to worksites.
• Place blocks and outriggers to prevent capsizing when lifting heavy loads.
• Start crane engine.
• Move levers and pedals to rotate crane on chassis to raise and lower crane boom and loadlines.
• Operate crane according to signals from helper.
• Bolt boom sections together to extend or modify boom for pile driving or high lifting.
• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
• Work within company policy as outlined in the Samuel EPC Craft Handbook and maintain compliance
  with both the Samuel EPC Human Resources Policy Manual and the Samuel EPC Safety Manual.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the foreman/supervisor as needed.

Essential Qualifications

• Three (3) years minimum Field experience in trade
• Able to identify all hand signals, weight limits, safety regulations, and operating codes that are relevant for crane operation.
• Must have current drivers license and other certification if required by OSHA, state, or federal regulations
• Ability to work with others to achieve job goals
• Read, write and communicate using the English language sufficient to perform job functions (other preferences will be given for special language skills where there is a business need)

Physical Requirements

• Stand or walk for long periods of time
• Use arms and hands to reach for, handle or manipulate objects
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift items weighing more than 50 pounds with assistance
• Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds and other objects
• Stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
• See well (naturally or with correction)
• Eyehand coordination
• Good physical fitness
• Good sense of balance
• Work at great heights

Tool Requirements

• Steel toed work boots
• Raincoat or poncho

Environment: Construction Workers perform physically demanding work including lifting and carrying heavy objects, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling in awkward positions. Some work at great heights, or outdoors in all weather conditions. With some projects, work exposure to harmful/hazardous materials, chemicals, fumes, odors, lead-based paints, asbestos, loud noise, or dangerous machinery
may exist. To avoid injury, workers in these jobs wear safety clothing, such as gloves, hardhats,
protective chemical suits, and devices to protect their eyes, respiratory system, or hearing. While working
in underground and/or confined spaces, Construction Workers must be especially alert to safely follow
procedures and must deal with a variety of hazards.

Employee Review Acknowledgement

I acknowledge that I have read the Job Description and I understand what would be expected of me. The Company reserves the right to change or reassign job duties or to combine positions at any time. I also understand that I am an atwill employee, and this Job Description does not constitute a contract of employment or guarantee of work hours.