Crane Operator

CK Construction Group Inc.; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CK Construction Group Inc. seeks an experienced crane operator to operate a 50-ton truck crane and support multiple trades on active construction sites. The role requires daily maintenance, safety checks, and precise signaling with ground staff to ensure safe lifts.

Qualified candidates will have a High School diploma or GED, NCCCO certification, and a CDL or equivalent license. The job may involve long hours in an enclosed cab and exposure to construction environments.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate a 50-ton truck crane and perform safe crane signaling as part of daily duties.
• Must maintain high situational awareness and follow ground crew signals to prevent hazards.
• Experience with crane maintenance, lubrication, and safety checks on heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely supply the crane and hook to all trades.
• Move loads up to the equipment load limits and control hydraulic levers.
• Load items such as steel and concrete forms and perform daily crane maintenance.
• Communicate with ground crew using audible and hand signals to coordinate lifts.

Education

High School diploma or GED

NCCCO Certification

CDL

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary:

Operates a variety of cranes, including the 50-ton Truck Crane.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely supply the crane and hook to all trades.
• Move loads up to within the equipment load limits.
• Control hydraulic levers, gas, and break.
• Responsible for loading items such as steel and concrete forms.
• Responsible for daily maintenance, lubricating, cleaning, and safety check of the assigned crane. Ex: Greasing points, backup alarms, check fluid levels such as water, oil, hydraulic, and transmission.
• Communicate with ground crew to signal crane pick using both audible and hand crane signals.

Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to get in and out of large crane several times to inspect load and crane.
• Must be able to maneuver crane in confined area, while moving and hoisting heavy loads of up to within the equipment load limits to specific locations.
• Must be able to work for 10-12 hours per day in a large crane in an enclosed cab.
• Must be able to maintain high level of awareness for a busy project work environment.
• Must have good reflexes and reaction times to crane signals from a spotter in dangerous circumstances.
• Must be capable of operating the assigned machine in a safe manner so as not to jeopardize their safety, the safety of others around them and all other related equipment.
• Must be able to maintain physical strength and stamina.
• Must be familiar with Load Moment Indicators (LMI).
• Must be able to coordinate the movements of eyes, hands, and feet.
• Must be able to use arms, hands, and legs fully.
• Must be able to coordinate the movements of eyes, hands, and fingers.
• Must be able to climb and maintain balance on ladders and scaffolding.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at heights as required.
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to use arms and hands to reach for, handle, and manipulate objects.

Working Conditions

• Ground conditions: uneven surfaces, tripping hazards, slippery material.
• Exposure to construction traffic including trucks and equipment.
• One type of crane is the 50-ton Truck Crane. The main boom on the crane is 128 feet and has a capacity to lift up to 50 tons.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED is preferred.
• NCCO Certification preferred.
• CDL preferred.
• Valid driver's license.

CK Construction is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.