Crane Operator

Wharton-Smith, Inc.; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Wharton-Smith, Inc. in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Crane Operator to support our local operations. You will operate crane equipment and uphold safety protocols during lifts.

Responsibilities include inspections, load management, and equipment setup, with clear team communication. NCCCO Certification is required; TLL is preferred for this role.

Qualifications

• NCCCO Certification (LLC) required.
• TLL certification preferred.
• Ability to interpret load charts and perform inspections.
• Strong communication and site assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate crane and related equipment.
• Prioritize safety in daily operations.
• Perform equipment inspections for crane and related machines.
• Manage loads and ensure safe load handling.
• Set up equipment for lifts.

Skills

Load chart interpretation

Equipment control

Inspections

Site & ground assessment

Communication

Education

NCCCO Certification LLC

TLL certification preferred

Job description

Baton Rouge, LA Office, 17474 Opportunity Avenue, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States of America

Job Description

Wharton-Smith, Inc. currently has immediate openings in the Baton Rouge, LA area for a Crane Operator position.

Primary Responsibilities:

• TLL Certification preferred
• Operate Equipment
• Safety
• Perform Equipment inspections for crane and other equipment
• Load Management
• Equipment set up

Technical Skills:

• Load Chart Interpretation
• Equipment Control
• Inspections
• Site & Ground assessment
• Communication

Qualifications:

• NCCCO Certified LLC
• TLL also preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability

Wharton-Smith provides equal opportunity to qualified disabled veterans, Pre-JVA special disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities to online application systems by making reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access for submitting to job openings. (i.e., wheelchair accessibility, website accessibility, etc).

Our recruiting process is centralized and managed exclusively by the HR Department. We do not pay agency fees for unsolicited resumes. An unsolicited resume is defined as any resume submitted by a recruiter who has not been pre-approved by HR, has not signed our recruiting agreement, and has not been engaged by HR to fill a specific position.