Crane Operator

NEBCO, Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

PAID Holidays

Insurance Benefits

Wellness Program

PAID Time Off

On-the-Job Training

Job summary

Constructors Inc. is looking for a highly motivated Crane Operator in Lincoln, Nebraska to handle heavy equipment safely, including skid loaders and cranes. Applicants must be NCCCO certified and have strong knowledge of rigging compliance.

The role involves assisting with general job site operations, performing equipment maintenance, and working outdoors in various weather conditions. Benefits include paid time off, insurance, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years in bridge construction.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy items up to 75 pounds.
• Experience with diesel pile hammer and vibratory hammer operations.

Responsibilities

• Handle heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform daily maintenance on equipment.
• Follow job site safety protocols and directions from foreman.

Skills

NCCCO certification for lattice boom cranes

Knowledge of rigging compliance

Heavy equipment operation

Ability to work in safety-sensitive areas

Team cooperation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Constructors Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Crane Operator to efficiently handle heavy equipment including skid loaders, track loaders, rubber tire loaders, and track excavators. The operator must assist with general jobsite operations, perform daily equipment maintenance as well as maintain slings, cables, and straps. Experience with diesel pile hammer and vibratory hammer driving operations is beneficial. The candidate must be NCCCO certified for lattice boom cranes and possess rigging compliance knowledge and ability to operate within equipment load limits.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Abide by Company Safety Program and Policies while performing duties safely.
• Must be NCCCO certified for lattice boom cranes.
• Must have knowledge of rigging compliance and procedures and operate within equipment load limits.
• Maintain working knowledge of cranes including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, diesel and record keeping systems; use all applicable crane hand signals.
• Lattice Boom operation preferred.
• Follow direction of Foreman/Superintendent on daily tasks and expectations for each specific job site or project.
• Hold NCCCO Mobile Crane certification or equivalent.
• Ability to safely climb and access equipment.
• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 75 pounds or more.
• Willing to work and have reliable transportation.
• Ability to work day, swing, and night shifts (sometimes long hours).
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to operate in safety‑sensitive construction zones, around large machinery and heavy equipment.
• Cooperate with a team in a fast‑paced and complex environment.

Position Requirements And Education

• A High School diploma or GED; and at least 3+ years in bridge construction.
• Ability to work in a high production environment.
• Must work according to seasonal and construction demand schedule.
• Prior heavy equipment experience with equipment used for heavy highway construction.
• CDL preferred but not required.

Benefits Include

• Retirement Plans
• PAID Holidays
• Insurance Benefits
• Wellness Program – opportunity to earn five additional days off
• PAID Time Off
• On‑the‑Job Training

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use feet, hands, and fingers to handle, feel, and reach with hands and arms to operate equipment.

The employee is frequently required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.

Must be able to sit in the equipment for extended periods and be subject to the bouncing of the seat in the equipment.

Occasionally will use a shovel to move material.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Shifts will vary based on schedule demands and can require overtime hours.

This is a tobacco‑free campus.

Condition of Employment

Candidate is required to meet the above qualifications, task frequency, and PPE requirements. Approval of pre‑employment reference and background checks, and post‑offer drug/alcohol testing with fit‑for‑employment screening (if required) are mandatory as conditions of employment.