Crane Operator 1

M.c.-Dean,-Inc.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 82,656,000 - 99,187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

Job summary

Modular Mission Critical is hiring a Crane Operator 1 to operate fixed-cab telescopic cranes at our Richmond-area site. You will perform pre-use checks, assist with setup, and follow signals from the trained supervisor to move loads safely.

Requirements include a HS diploma or GED, a TSS certification, and ability to work outdoors. CDL A and state crane qualifications may be needed for certain assignments; competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two years' related experience preferred.
• Current CCO Telescopic Boom Crane - Fixed Cab (TSS) certification.
• Employer operator evaluation on the crane type used.
• CDL Class A and medical card if carrier/transport duties apply.
• State/local crane qualifications as required by project or client.

Responsibilities

• Review load, route, signal method, and operating limits with lead or trainer.
• Complete pre-use walk-around and cab checks; report issues.
• Assist with crane positioning, mats, cribbing, and outrigger deployment as directed.
• Verify inputs: load weight, radius, boom length, hook, and rigging with a qualified operator.
• Maintain safety: control swing-radius, power lines, and ensure clear personnel areas.
• Perform basic crane operations under supervision and stop if signals are unclear.
• Record inspections, hours, fuel, and work details accurately.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety-conscious

Communication skills

Follow signals

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Telescopic Boom Crane - Fixed Cab (TSS) certification

Job description

Overview

About Modular Mission Critical ModularMission Critical™ is the manufacturing campus for M.C. Dean’s complex, modular product line for datacenters and critical infrastructure. Located just north of Richmond, VA, this site is growing fast serving customers worldwide. Important openings include assemblers for our production lines and engineers and designers for products and continuous improvement. Join M.C. Dean’s more than 9,000 employees around the world making an impact through innovations in power and technology.

Why Join Us? Our people are passionate about innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values-agility, expertise, and trust,we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment for employees to build long-term careers.

The Crane Operator 1 operates assigned fixed-cab telescopic cranes on routine lifts under direct supervision and documented employer evaluation. The role completes basic inspections, assists with setup, applies provided load-chart information, follows the designated signal person, and performs smooth basic operating functions within assigned limits. Work outside the approved setup, load information, or operating conditions is stopped and referred to a qualified operator or supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Review the assigned load, pick and set points, route, signal method, basic crane configuration, operating limits, and stop conditions with the lead or operator trainer.
• Complete assigned pre-use walk-around and cab checks; report leaks, damage, failed functions, warning lights, unusual sounds, or missing documents before operation.
• Assist with crane positioning, mats, cribbing, outrigger deployment, leveling, accessories, and work-area controls exactly as directed.
• Locate the correct load chart and confirm basic inputs such as load weight, radius, boom length, outrigger position, hook block, attachments, and rigging deductions with a qualified operator.
• Maintain swing-radius, fall-zone, power-line, traffic, and access controls and verify personnel are clear before moving the crane, boom, hook, or load.
• Perform basic hoist, lower, boom, telescope, and swing functions smoothly under direct supervision; keep the load line vertical and avoid shock loading or side pulling.
• Follow the designated qualified signal person, confirm the radio channel and stop signal, and stop immediately when signals are lost, conflicting, or unclear.
• Perform routine test lifts under supervision and move loads slowly through the approved path while watching balance, rigging seating, brake response, and clearance.
• Stop operation when an alarm activates, the load behaves unexpectedly, the crane response changes, or weather or site conditions no longer match the direction given.
• Complete inspection, hour, fuel, and work records accurately; keep the cab, access points, windows, cameras, and controls clean and serviceable.
• Support ground-crew setup, accessory handling, breakdown, fueling, lubrication, and housekeeping when authorized and not operating.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED with 2 years of experience, or combination of equivalent experience and training.
• Current CCO Telescopic Boom Crane - Fixed Cab (TSS) certification.
• Documented employer operator evaluation for the assigned crane type, size, configuration, and work.
• CDL Class A and medical card when assigned carrier or transport duties.
• State, local, project, or customer crane qualification when required.
• Ability to work outdoors, enter and exit equipment safely, and maintain attention during lifting operations.

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• A competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

Abilities:

• The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to [50 pounds] on a regular basis. Candidates must demonstrate physical strength and stamina to perform various tasks, including but not limited to, loading, and unloading, operating equipment, and assisting in the transportation of various materials. Proper lifting techniques and safety protocols must be followed to ensure personal and team safety.
• Relocates a 12 foot stepladder without assistance.
• Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders.
• Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
• Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
• May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
• Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
• See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Pay Range

USD $29.00 - USD $29.00 /Hr.