Crane Operator 2

M.C. Dean; Bowling Green (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Crane Operator to join their team. This role involves operating mobile cranes to lift and position loads, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, along with 1-5 years of experience in crane operations. You'll work closely with riggers and site supervision, performing inspections and routine maintenance. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding position that allows you to work outdoors and be part of a dynamic team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in crane operation.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and ANSI standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes to lift materials and personnel safely.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of equipment.

Skills

Crane Operation

OSHA Regulations Knowledge

Communication Skills

Physical Stamina

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Mobile Crane

Safety Equipment

Tools for Repairs

Job description

Overview

Job Description:

1. Crane Operator is responsible for operating a mobile crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. The Operator will be required to unload crane accessories from trailers or support vehicles.
2. The Operator receives direction from riggers and/or site supervision via verbal or hand signals to determine required load movement.
3. The Operator will be required to perform pre- and post-trip inspections along with daily and monthly equipment inspections.
4. Operators also follow appropriate safety procedures and maintain logs of vehicle repair status and working hours (FMCSA).
5. Operator typically works under direct supervision and is expected to work long hours with frequent sitting, standing, moving, and climbing.
6. The Operator is subject to possible exposure to extreme year-round outdoor environmental conditions and may also be subject to working weekends and holidays.
7. This position is based in Caroline County, Virginia, and candidates will need to dispatch to jobsites; travel will be an element of this position, usually no longer than a week.

Responsibilities:

Operates various types of cranes to lift material, objects, or personnel into place; drives crane to the work site and properly sets up per the manufacturer's operator manual and company rules regarding cribbing/matting, cribbing blocks or mats as required. Directs activities of oilers, truck drivers, or helpers in setting up and dismantling the equipment, placing cribbing blocks and/or pads. May operate crane according to signals from oiler or helper and may bolt, pin boom sections together to modify boom lengths. Works as part of a team, including ground crew, depending on the task. Involved in all scopes of modular delivery.

1. High school diploma or GED with 1-5 years of experience.
2. Perform routine maintenance.
3. Carry tools for repairs.
4. Wear PPE safety equipment.
5. Properly barricade the counterweight tail swing radius.
6. Ensure safety during setup, operation, and dismantling of the crane.
7. Drive trucks to worksites and unload trucks.
8. Perform any other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

1. Knowledgeable in OSHA Regulations and ANSI standards in crane operations.
2. Ability to read and speak English.
3. Possess a high school diploma or equivalent with 1-5 years of experience.
4. Ability to pass a drug test and background check.

Desired:

1. Proficient in oral and written communication, technical, and functional skills.
2. Possession of a CDL Class A license, NCCCO, TSS, TLL, LBC certifications is preferred.

Abilities:

1. Lift at least 100 pounds at one time and 60 pounds for extended periods.
2. Relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
3. Work at heights up to 60 feet, climbing and maintaining balance on scaffolds, lifts, catwalks, and ladders.
4. Perform routine physical activities including walking, climbing, lifting, squatting, crawling, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead.
5. Good vision (corrected if necessary), color vision, and hearing ability, with effective communication in English.
6. Use standard ladders within weight limits while carrying tools.
7. Recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.
8. Apply general rules to specific problems to produce logical answers.
9. Combine information to form general rules or conclusions, recognizing relationships among seemingly unrelated events.
10. See details at close range (within a few feet).
11. Understand spoken information and ideas effectively.