Crane Operator

Scott Bridge Co; Rainbow City (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Equipment

Chaplain services / Well-Being support

Growth opportunities

Work–life balance with 50–60 hour avg.

Bonus and 401K & medical coverage

Job summary

Scott Bridge Co. seeks a skilled Crane Operator to safely and precisely position heavy components for bridges, dams, and marine projects.

You will read load charts, follow hand signals, and coordinate with foreman and crew to ensure safe lifts and timely set-ups on projects across the Southeast. Expect a rigorous safety culture, PPE provided, training opportunities, and a typical 50–60 hour work week with occasional weekends; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• ANSI B30.5(5-3) qualification standard
• Experience operating cranes with 2+ years in similar roles
• Ability to read and understand load charts and rigging specifications
• Knowledge of hand signals for hoisting operations
• Routine equipment maintenance knowledge
• Strong commitment to safety and accuracy

Responsibilities

• Safely position heavy components to build/restore critical infrastructure
• Follow load charts and capacity guidelines for lifts
• Operate cranes with controlled boom and load line management
• Set up and readiness of equipment for construction
• Perform routine maintenance like greasing and fueling to preserve equipment
• Identify worn components and uphold safety standards on site
• Collaborate with foreman, pile drivers, welders and other crew
• Maintain strong safety culture and follow PPE and training requirements

Skills

Crane operation

Load charts reading

Hand signals

Safety awareness

Rigging knowledge

Precision & accuracy

Distance awareness

Tools

Telecrawlers

Rough terrains

Lattice boom crawlers

Ringer cranes

Job description

AboutScott Bridge

Scott Bridge Company builds structures that serve and sustain life. We provide construction and emergency response services for complex highway, railroad, marine, and energy infrastructure.

How you get to help us do that in this role

Safely and precisely position heavy components to build and restore critical infrastructure with a variety of cranes. We can’t build anything without you.

What you’ll get to do

• Help construct bridges, dams, hydro-structures, bulkhead walls, roadways, and marine structures to enable critical transportation and emergency response
• Ensure safe and efficient load handling perload capacity guidelines
• Facilitate smooth crane operation through controlled and precise boom and load line management
• Enablethe safe and accurate placement of piles and loads
• Ensure the smooth and timely setup and readiness of equipment for construction
• Preserve equipment performance and longevity through regular greasing, oiling, and fueling
• Enhancejob site safety through proactiveinspection and identification of worn cables, worn hoisting mechanism bands, broken gears, housing, etc...
• Collaboratewith Foreman, Pile Drivers, Welders, Helpers, Laborers, and other skilled craft team members andenjoysharedsuccesses
• Participate in a culture of unwavering safety. Receive clean, professional, properly fitted personal protective equipment (PPE), attend regular job safety trainings, and participate in safety/environmental initiatives toensure your well-being and our compliance withState and Federal regulations

About you

• You've earnedthe qualification standard of ANSI B30.5(5-3)
• You're skilled at operating Telecrawlers, Rough Terrains, Lattice Boom Crawlers, or Ringer Cranes with 2+ years of training/experience.
• You can read and understand equipment load charts, capacity, capability, and proper assembly
• You have working knowledge of construction rigging- use of slings, cable chokers, spreader bars, multiple-part load blocks, etc...
• You have working knowledge of routine equipment maintenance
• You have a thorough knowledge of the accepted Hand Signals for hoisting operations
• For you, "good enough" isn't good enough and youknow that accuracy is critical for safety and structural integrity. Your precision and care setyou apart from other Crane Operators.
• Your acute awareness of distance, height, and clearanceensures safe and efficient maneuvering of loads, even in the most challenging environments

Even better (but not required) if you have

• Experience operating cranes to construct bridges, dams, hydro-structures, bulkhead walls, roadways, barges, or marine structures
• Pile driving experience or uunderstanding of the basic functions and operations of various types of pile hammers (diesel, air, hydraulic, and drop hammers)

What’s in it for you

• Premium Equipment - Operate our well-maintained young fleet of cranes.
• Well-Being - Whether you need someone to lend a compassionate ear, offer counsel during challenging times, or provide comforting words of encouragement, we have in-house Chaplains here to support you
• Growth- We know it's hard to find good training in this industry. You won't be stuck in a role long-term if you don't want to be. If you put in the work, you'll receive hands-on training and opportunities to advance your skills and position. We look for every opportunity to grow
  and develop the best in our team.
• Balance - While many heavy civil contractors work their teams 70-80 hours per week, you can expect to work anaverage of 50-60 hours per week.
• Financial Security - We regularly research the industry market to ensure we can offer you above-average pay, an annual safety-based bonus and discretionary performance-based bonus, a 401K plan, and medical coverage.

FAQs

1. What types of cranes are in your fleet?
   • 80 - 130 Ton Tadano Telecrawlers
   • 30 - 55 Ton Rough Terrains
   • 100 - 275 Ton Kobelco Lattice Boom Crawlers
   • 100 - 330 Ton Link-Belt Crawlers
   • Manitowoc 4100 Ringer on a deck barge
2. What do you require before a person is allowed to operate a crane?In addition to ANSI B30.5(5-3), you'll perform an operational checkout on a similar type of equipment.
3. Will I travel for work? We perform work throughout the Southeast, and some projects may involve travel.
4. Do you offer assistance for working away from home?In situations where our field crews are required to travel, we offer housing arrangements and per diem pay.
5. What time do you typically start work? In time to see the sunrise. The typical schedule for this position is Monday - Friday 6:30 am - 6 pm.
6. Will I have to work weekends? It is sometimes necessary and we try to stagger/rotate to keep it fair.
7. Are there seasonal layoffs or do you work year-round?Weoperateyear-roundand donot have any annual lay-offs.
8. Do you provide required tools? Yes, we do! Except fora tape measure and crescent wrench.
9. What happens when it rains?Sometimes we'll work in the rain, but only if work can be done SAFELY and if the materials we’re working with that day are OK in the rain. Sometimes you’ll get to receive additional training on rainy days.
10. What happens at lunchtime? We typically break for 30 minutes, bring our lunch, and eat together on-site.
    

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workplace and creating an environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. We comply with all applicable laws governing EEO and affirmative action, and we ensure that all employment decisions are made solely based on job-related qualifications and merit.