Crane Operator

TNT Crane & Rigging, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid vacation

Per diem

Opportunity for overtime hours

Job summary

TNT Crane & Rigging, Inc. is looking for experienced Crane Operators to join their team in Albuquerque, NM. This full-time position requires a current Commercial Driver License and crane operating license. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, completing field tickets, and assisting in the training of crane operation.

The role demands a high level of responsibility with a focus on safety, communication skills, and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of operating Hydraulic, Conventional, Crawler, or Tower Cranes required.
• Ability to operate crane by viewing hand signals.

Responsibilities

• Review next day job assignments and prepare necessary rigging and equipment.
• Complete Field Ticket and turn it in to the local branch.
• Daily completion of the payroll book with hours worked.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain equipment when not on assignment.
• Train others in the safe operation of a crane.
• Perform inspections and report on equipment condition.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Education

Commercial Driver License (CDL)

Crane operating license (NCCCO)

Job description

Reports to: Branch Manager

RMS is looking to add experienced full-time crane operators to our growing Branch. The following are a list of requirements; you must meet all of the requirements below to be considered for this position.

Position: Crane Operator

Location: Albuquerque, NM

RMS is offering our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which include health benefits, paid vacation, per diem, and the opportunity to work plenty hours of overtime.

Summary

Ensures safety first, along with safe lifting of the load, proper set‑up of crane, while maintaining customer focus. Follows all State and Federal laws while operating motor vehicles. Follows all safety and environmental policies while performing the job task.

Responsibilities

• At the end of the shift review what the next day(s) job assignment are and have all necessary rigging and equipment ready before ending the shift.
• Complete Field Ticket and turn it in to local branch office. If other chargeable equipment was utilized on the job, make sure to write it down on the Field Ticket.
• Complete payroll book daily with the hours worked. Hours must be reported to the local branch office no later than 10:00 a.m. every Monday.
• If not on a job assignment, inform the supervisor and be productive by inspecting, cleaning, and performing maintenance on the equipment.
• Carry and answer phone/pagers in a prompt manner.
• Assist in the training of safe operation of a crane.
• Periodically review assigned crane and other model cranes service and operation manuals.
• Cleans, inspects, and reorganizes equipment in shop and yard. Clean shop, wash rack and break room.
• Be able to read, interpret, and calculate the load percentage by utilizing the load charts of the crane's owner and operation manual.
• Be able to program the crane's computer in proper set‑up mode, set up crane on location in a safe and professional manner.
• Determine that the signal person understands and performs proper hand signals before lifting the load.
• Understand and perform proper rigging techniques to ensure safe lifting of the load.
• Inspect crane, truck, and/or trailer and fill out vehicle inspection report before operating the vehicle. Turn in inspection report to the local branch office.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have a current state issued Commercial Driver License (CDL).
• Must have a current crane operating license (NCCCO).
• 3 or more years of operating Hydraulic, Conventional, Crawler, or Tower Cranes required.
• Ability to operate crane by viewing hand signals.

Skills Required

• Good verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions, applicable safety regulations, and to maintain records.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems.