Crane Operator

LPC Personnel, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

LPC Personnel, Inc in Houston, TX seeks a dependable Crane Operator to safely operate overhead cranes and other lifting equipment throughout the facility.

You will inspect gear, follow rigging procedures, and communicate with ground personnel to maintain safe operation; you may also perform basic maintenance and keep records.

Successful candidates have crane experience and a strong safety mindset, with the ability to read work instructions and work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Experience operating overhead, bridge, or jib cranes.
• Knowledge of safe lifting and rigging practices.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions and safety procedures.
• Ability to inspect and properly use slings, chains, hooks, and other rigging equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate overhead, bridge, and jib cranes.
• Inspect cranes, hoists, hooks, slings, and chains before use.
• Lift, move, position, and load materials per instructions.
• Follow load limits, rigging procedures, and safety requirements.
• Secure loads using slings, chains, hooks, and rigging.
• Communicate with ground personnel during lifting operations.
• Monitor loads and maintain safe clearance from personnel and equipment.
• Identify equipment problems, damaged rigging, or unsafe conditions and report them immediately.
• Perform basic equipment checks and routine maintenance as required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all company, OSHA, and facility safety procedures.
• Complete required production, inspection, and equipment records.
• Meet production requirements while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality.]

Skills

Crane operation experience

Safety-focused

Reading work instructions

Rigging knowledge

Team communication

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable and safety-focused Crane Operator to join our team. The Crane Operator will be responsible for safely operating overhead cranes and other lifting equipment to move, position, load, and unload materials throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate overhead cranes, bridge cranes, jib cranes, and related lifting equipment.
• Inspect cranes, hoists, hooks, slings, chains, and other lifting equipment before use
• Safely lift, move, position, and load materials according to work instructions
• Follow established load limits, rigging procedures, and safety requirements
• Properly attach and secure loads using slings, chains, hooks, and other rigging equipment
• Communicate effectively with ground personnel and other operators during lifting operations
• Monitor loads while in motion and maintain safe clearance from personnel and equipment
• Identify equipment problems, damaged rigging, or unsafe conditions and report them immediately
• Perform basic equipment checks and routine maintenance as required
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all company, OSHA, and facility safety procedures
• Complete required production, inspection, and equipment records
• Meet production requirements while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality

Qualifications

• Previous crane operating experience preferred
• Experience operating overhead, bridge, or jib cranes is a plus
• Knowledge of safe lifting and rigging practices
• Ability to read and understand work instructions and safety procedures
• Ability to inspect and properly use slings, chains, hooks, and other rigging equipment
• Good hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Strong attention to detail and safety
• Reliable attendance and ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, and safely handle materials as required
• Ability to work in a manufacturing or industrial environment