Crane Operator 1 (Travel)

M.c.-Dean,-Inc.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401k Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

Modular Mission Critical is seeking a Crane Operator 1 to operate fixed-cab telescopic cranes under supervision, perform basic inspections, and assist with setup and rigging. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, plus a CDL Class A and CCO TSS certification, with up to 75% travel.

You will follow signals, verify load charts, and maintain safety standards while supporting ground crew and routine lifting operations. A competitive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 2 years of experience.
• CDL Class A and medical card when assigned carrier or transport duties.
• CCO Telescopic Boom Crane - Fixed Cab (TSS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Review the load, pick and set points, route, signal method, and operating limits with the lead or operator trainer.
• Complete pre-use walk-around and cab checks; report leaks, damage, warnings, or missing documents before operation.
• Assist with crane positioning, mats, cribbing, outrigger deployment, leveling, accessories, and work-area controls as directed.
• Locate the correct load chart and confirm inputs such as load weight, radius, boom length, and rigging with a qualified operator.
• Maintain safety by verifying swing-radius, fall-zone, power-line, traffic, and access controls and ensuring personnel are clear before moving the crane.
• Perform basic hoist, lower, boom, telescope, and swing functions under supervision.
• Follow the signal person, confirm radio channel and stop signal, and stop immediately when signals are lost or unclear.
• Perform routine test lifts under supervision and move loads slowly along the approved path.
• Stop operation when alarms or adverse conditions occur and follow safety protocols.
• Complete inspections, log hours, fuel use, and work records; keep cab and controls clean and serviceable.
• Support ground-crew setup, accessory handling, breakdown, fueling, lubrication, and housekeeping as authorized.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

English communication

Follow safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL Class A

CCO 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.
• Up to 75% Travel.

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 $31.00 - USD $31.00 /Hr.