Crane Operator - Central Piedmont, NC

State Utility Contractors, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Training opportunities

Job summary

State Utility Contractors, Inc. in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Crane Operator to join our heavy civil construction team.

The ideal candidate will be NCCCO certified and have hands-on experience operating 65-ton rough terrain hydraulic cranes and 80-150 ton crawler-type Link-Belt cranes on busy job sites. You will inspect cranes and worksites daily, communicate with foremen using standard hand signals, and safely lift and place materials.

Qualifications

• NCCCO certification is required.
• Experience operating 65-ton rough terrain cranes and 80-150 ton crawler-type cranes is essential.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect the worksite and crane prior to daily operation.
• Safely operate cranes in the 65-150 ton capacity range.
• Hoist and transport machinery, equipment, concrete and piping.
• Fly 3-cubic-yard concrete buckets to crews on walls and elevated slabs.
• Follow standard crane hand signals and communicate with field crews.
• Monitor equipment for safety, defects and mechanical issues.
• Perform daily and monthly crane inspections.
• Work with foremen and superintendents to safely complete lifts.
• Follow all safety requirements and company policies.

Skills

NCCCO certified

Crane operator experience

65-ton rough terrain cranes

80-150 ton crawler cranes

Safe crane operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Albemarle, Charlotte, Monroe, Concord, Kannapolis, NC 28001, 28110, 28025, 28081, 28210

State Utility Contractors is seeking an experienced Crane Operator to join our heavy civil construction team. The successful candidate must be NCCCO certified and have experience operating 65-ton rough terrain telescopic hydraulic cranes and 80-150 ton crawler-type lattice boom Link-Belt cranes.

Responsibilities

• Inspect the worksite and crane prior to daily operation
• Safely operate cranes in the 65-150 ton capacity range
• Hoist and transport machinery, equipment, concrete, piping, and other construction materials
• Fly 3-cubic-yard concrete buckets to crews working on walls and elevated deck slabs
• Properly receive and respond to standard crane hand signals
• Monitor equipment for safety concerns, defects, and mechanical issues
• Perform required daily and monthly crane inspections
• Work closely with field crews, foremen, and superintendents to safely complete lifting operations
• Follow all company and jobsite safety requirements

Requirements

• Previous crane operating experience
• Experience operating rough terrain and crawler-type cranes preferred
• Valid driver's license
• Strong understanding of safe crane operation and jobsite safety
• Good eyesight, coordination, dexterity, and balance
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and construction conditions
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Willingness to properly operate, inspect, and maintain equipment

What We Offer

• Highly competitive pay based on experience and skill set
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health, Dental, Life, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for training and advancement

State Utility Contractors is a 100% employee-owned heavy civil contractor serving communities throughout North and South Carolina.

State Utility Contractors, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.