Crane Operator

Harvard Integrations LP; Tea (SD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Integrations LP is hiring for a Crane Operator/Rigger to assemble metal cabinets and related components. You will perform crane movements, load and unload, and coordinate with production to align crane operations with schedules.

The role requires maintaining crane certification, conducting pre-operation inspections, and ensuring safe lifting practices. Applicants should have experience with bridge cranes, rigging, basic tools, and strong reading comprehension.

Qualifications

• Requires experience operating bridge cranes and advanced rigging.
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Able to use basic hand tools, power tools, tape measure, grinders and saws safely.
• Good math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions).
• Able to read and comprehend instructions and work with others.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and fabricate metal cabinets, enclosures, bases, or components.
• Perform crane movements within the facility, move bases/buildings, set equipment, load finished buildings on trailers.
• Coordinate with production staff to schedule crane operations.
• Maintain crane certification and conduct inspections for safe operation.
• Conduct pre-operation inspections of rigging and lifting equipment; analyze loads for crane capacity.
• Be the go-to person for site rigging and loading questions; maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Follow safety guidelines and perform additional duties as requested.

Skills

Crane operation

Rigging

Safety awareness

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Bridge cranes

Forklift

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Description

Assemble and fabricate metal cabinets, enclosures, bases, and/or other components.

• Perform all crane movements within the facility, including moving bases and buildings, setting equipment in buildings, and loading completed buildings on trailers.
• Maintain a crane operator certification.
• Coordinate with production staff to schedule and execute crane operations in alignment with production needs.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
• Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of the crane to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Conduct pre-operation inspections of rigging and lifting equipment to ensure they are in good condition and safe to use.
• Analyze loads to ensure crane capacities and rigging are acceptable and safe for each operation.
• Serve as the go-to person for all site rigging and loading questions.
• Identify and resolve any issues related to crane operations promptly and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Follow established safety guidelines.
• Perform additional duties as requested.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred. Equivalent experience may be acceptable.
• Experience operating bridge cranes and advanced rigging.
• Ability to use basic hand tools, power tools, tape measure, grinders, and saws safely.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions.
• Requires good judgment, and ability to work with others and perform other tasks as assigned.
• Experience operating a forklift preferred.