Crane Operator

Ies Co; Mount Joy (Lancaster County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IES is hiring a Crane Operator for the Mount Joy, PA area. The role involves operating a 45-ton crane with potential for advancement to larger cranes, and requires compliance with ANSI/OSHA standards. You will read load charts and manage rigging, with safety and logs as ongoing duties.

The position offers a 1st shift schedule and a pathway to growth within a national industrial services provider. A strong safety record and relevant certifications are essential.

Qualifications

• Commitment to a safe work environment, quality product, and teamwork.
• NCCCO certification for Large Hydraulic Crane (required).
• NCCCO certification for Small Hydraulic (preferred).
• Class B CDL (Class A preferred).
• Minimum 2 years direct crane operating experience.
• Knowledge of rigging various pieces of equipment.
• Must pass a drug test and background check.
• Must possess current NCCCO or equivalent crane operator certification.
• Must hold a valid operator license for the operated location.
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions at various sites.
• Clean driving record with no serious violations.
• Knowledge of transportation safety standards and load handling.
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Safely driving the crane to job sites and operating the mobile crane to lift, move, and position loads.
• Control rigging, lifting, moving and positioning loads with the crane.
• Unload crane accessories and materials from trailers; setup and dismantle crane per ANSI/OSHA.
• Receive direction from others via signals to determine load movement.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain logs of repairs and hours.
• Read and interpret load charts to determine safe operating capacity.
• Work outdoors and may require weekends/holidays.

Skills

Safety mindset

NCCCO Large Hydraulic

NCCCO Small Hydraulic

CDL B

Crane experience

Rigging knowledge

Drug test

Background check

NCCCO certification

Operator license

Outdoor work

Clean driving record

Transport safety knowledge

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

N/A

Job description

NCCCO Crane Operator

1st Shift

$2,500 New Hire Bonus

Overview

Greiner Industries is seeking a skilled Crane Operator to join our team. The Crane Operator is responsible for operating 45-ton crane with room for advancement to larger cranes. Greiner’s mobile cranes are rated from 45-ton up to 600-ton, with many combinations of boom length up to 478.3’.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely driving the crane to the job site and operating the mobile crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads.
• Control the rigging, lifting, moving and positions of loads with the crane.
• Unload crane accessories, equipment and materials from trailers or support vehicles including set up and dismantling of crane per ANSI and OSHA standards.
• The Operator receives direction from others via verbal or hand signals to determine required load movement.
• Follow appropriate safety procedures and maintain logs of vehicle repair status and working hours.
• Read and interpret load charts to determine the safe operating capacity.
• The Operator is subject to possible exposure to extreme year round outdoor environmental conditions, and may also be subject to working weekends and holidays.

Job Locations

US-PA-Mount Joy

Company Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal

Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at [phone] or any IES office to request assistance.

IES Participates in E-Verify/IES participa en el programa E-Verify

E-Verify Information/ Información sobre E-Verify

Right to Work/Ley de Derecho al Trabajo

Hybrid

Qualifications:

• Commitment to a safe work environment, quality product, and teamwork.
• NCCO certification for Large Hydraulic Crane (required)
• NCCO certification for Small Hydraulic (preferred)
• Class B CDL (Class A preferred)
• Minimum 2 years direct crane operating experience
• Knowledge of rigging various pieces of equipment ranging in size, shape and weight
• Must be able to pass a drug test, background check
• Must possess a current NCCCO or equivalent crane operator certification.
• Must hold a license, if required, from the state/district where crane will be operated
• Work is performed outside in all weather conditions and in various locations.
• Clean driving record with no serious traffic violations.
• Knowledge of transportation safety standards, especially related to road safety and load handling.
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).

Special Skills:

• Excellent navigation and route planning skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with customers and team members.
• Ability to handle paperwork accurately, such as delivery receipts and logs.
• Proficiency in operating a variety of truck types and loading/unloading equipment.
• Familiarity with modern technology and GPS systems for route management.

Physical Abilities:

• Ability to lift, load, and unload cargo, including heavy and bulky items, as required.
• Ability to drive long distances for extended periods, sometimes in adverse weather conditions.
• Physical stamina to sit for long hours and maintain focus on the road.
• Good vision and hearing to monitor vehicle and traffic conditions.
• Ability to handle physical strain, such as climbing in and out of the vehicle, and performing basic maintenance tasks like tire checks and fluid refills.