Crane Operator

Crest Industries; Port Lavaca (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co in Port Lavaca, Texas, is seeking a Crane Operator to join its team. The role involves operating various types of cranes to lift and position loads, following OSHA regulations and safety protocols.

The ideal candidate will possess a current NCCCO crane operator certification and must have a valid driver's license. Responsibilities include directing the setup of crane equipment and performing routine maintenance. Equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License/Identification Card required.
• Able to pass a drug screen and physical.
• Knowledgeable in OSHA Regulations pertaining to cranes.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of cranes to maneuver loads.
• Direct and manage the setting up of crane equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance on crane equipment.

Skills

Crane operation

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Team collaboration

Education

NCCCO or equivalent crane operator certification

Tools

All Terrain cranes

Hydraulic trucks

Boom trucks

Job description

Come join our team at Optimal!

We know a few things about competing with giants and exceeding expectations.

After years of working in the field, our founders decided to break from tradition and build the company they wanted to work for. They believed in starting a company rooted in trust, its team, and the idea that everyone matters and has a part in getting the job done right.

Quickly building a reputation from the ground up and growing the company along with our list of clients, Optimal is now influencing the industry and the people we serve. We live by the values that make us who we are.

And that is how we deliver the impossible for our clients and team members every day.

Crane Operators for Optimal Field Services will be responsible for operating a mobile crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. Crane Operators will be responsible for manipulating loads by operating crane controls such as depressing buttons, working foot pedals, and manipulating levers. The operator will receive direction from riggers and/or site supervision via verbal command or hand signals to determine required load movement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates various types of cranes: All Terrain, rough terrain, crawlers, industrial, hydraulic trucks, conventional trucks, and boom trucks.
• Operates crane to position and reposition loads where specified.
• Directs activities of helpers in setting up and knocking down the equipment; placing cribbing blocks and/or pads, moves levers and foot pedals to rotate super structure, raise and lower boom to raise and lower cables.
• May operate crane according to signals from helpers and may bolt/pin boom sections together to modify boom lengths.
• Perform routine maintenance on crane equipment.
• Carry tools for running repairs.
• Properly barricades counterweight tail swing radius.
• Must take complete charge of all safety pertaining to set up and knockdown and operation of crane.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have valid Driver’s License/Identification Card.
• Must be knowledgeable in OSHA Regulations in crane operations.
• Must possess a current NCCCO or equivalent crane operator certification (Fixed and Swing Cab).
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical.

Optimal Field Services is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Optimal Field Services is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request information regarding reasonable accommodation, contact your Human Resource Business Partner.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

41 CFR 60-1.35(c)