Crane Operator

barnhart-crane-rigging; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnhart Crane & Rigging in Mason City, Iowa, is seeking a qualified candidate for a rigging position. This role involves assembling and installing supporting structures, rigging, and hoisting equipment, as well as ensuring the safety of operations.

The ideal candidate must have a CDL - CLASS A or B, NCCCO certification, and TWIC. Strong communication and reasoning skills are preferred. Responsibilities include controlling heavy equipment movements and supervising the rigging process.

Qualifications

• Must have CDL - CLASS A OR B.
• NCCCO certification is required.
• TWIC is needed.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install supporting structures and hoisting gear.
• Control movements of heavy equipment through narrow openings.
• Signal workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads.

Skills

Communication Skills

Reasoning Ability

Tools

Hoisting gear

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Description

• Assembles and installs supporting structures, rigging, hoist and pulling gear
• Attaches load to rigging to provide support or prepare for moving using hand and power tools
• Connects pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures with bolts, shackles and clamps
• Cleans and dresses machine and surfaces of component parts
• Controls movements of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces
• Dismantles, maintains and stores rigging equipment
• Manipulates rigging lines and hoist to move or support materials, steel, concrete etc.
• Selects gear, shackles and cables according to load size, facilities and work schedule
• Signals or gives verbal directions to workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials
• Tests rigging to ensure safety and reliability before engaging in hoisting or lifting
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Ability to respectfully confront people when needed and lead through example
• Must pass drug test, fit for duty test and background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Communication Skills
• Reasoning Ability

License

• CDL - CLASS A OR B
• NCCCO
• TWIC

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran