Crane Operator - Columbus, OH

MEI Industrial Solutions; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

MEI Industrial Solutions in Columbus, OH seeks a skilled Crane Operator to operate a mobile crane to lift, move, and position loads on site, coordinating with riggers and supervision using hand signals.

You will perform inspections, maintenance, and safety checks, drive to worksites, and ensure proper cribbing, signaling, and load handling while maintaining logs and complying with FMCSA.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Minimum of two years of Crane Operation experience.
• Rigging, cranes, and commercial moving knowledge.
• Proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook.
• English language fluency (read/speak).
• NCCCO, TLL, TSS, and LBC crane operator certification.
• CDL-A license required; DOT physical/fit for duty test.
• OSHA/ANSI crane operation standards knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Operate various crane types per manufacturer and company rules.
• Direct oilers, truck drivers or helpers in assembly.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and routine maintenance.
• Barricade tail swing and working radius for safety.
• Drive truck to worksites and unload.
• Complete job tickets for client acceptance and billing.

Skills

Crane operation

Rigging knowledge

Teamwork

English language fluency

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Position Summary
The Crane Operator is responsible for operating a mobile crane to lift, move, position, reposition loads, and unload crane accessories from trailer or support vehicles. Team collaboration is important as the Operator works with and receives direction from riggers and/or site supervision via verbal or hand signals to determine required load movement and will work as a ground crew depending on the tasks being performed. Operators also allow appropriate safety procedures and maintain logs of vehicle repair status and working hours (FMCSA).

• Operate various types of cranes: All Terrain, Rough Terrain, Crawlers, Industrial, Hydraulic Trucks, Conventional Trucks, and Boom Trucks.
• Hydraulic Truck Crane Operators - operate diesel powered cranes which are mounted on truck type chassis, to lift material, objects, or personnel into place.
• Drives crane to work site and properly sets up per the manufacturer’s operators manual and company rules regarding cribbing/matting, cribbing blocks or mats as required to perform job requirements of customer.
• Direct activities of oilers, truck drivers or helpers in assembly and disassembly of the equipment.
• Place cribbing blocks and/or pads, moves levers and foot pedals to rotate super structure, raise and lowers boom to raise and lower cables.
• May operate crane according to signals from oiler or helper may bolt, pin boom sections together to modify boom lengths.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections along with daily and monthly equipment inspections.
• Perform routine maintenance.
• Carry tools for running repairs.
• Properly barricades counterweight tail swing and working radius.
• Take complete charge of all safety pertaining to assembly, disassembly, and operation of crane. Wears PPE safety equipment.
• Understand and can fill out job ticket for customer to accept responsibility for jobsite and billing.
• Drive truck to worksites and unloads truck.
• Brief travel is expected. Normally nothing longer than a week.
• Any other duties as assigned.
  

Position Summary
The Crane Operator is responsible for operating a mobile crane to lift, move, position, reposition loads, and unload crane accessories from trailer or support vehicles. Team collaboration is important as the Operator works with and receives direction from riggers and/or site supervision via verbal or hand signals to determine required load movement and will work as a ground crew depending on the tasks being performed. Operators also allow appropriate safety procedures and maintain logs of vehicle repair status and working hours (FMCSA).

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate various types of cranes: All Terrain, Rough Terrain, Crawlers, Industrial, Hydraulic Trucks, Conventional Trucks, and Boom Trucks.
• Hydraulic Truck Crane Operators - operate diesel powered cranes which are mounted on truck type chassis, to lift material, objects, or personnel into place.
• Drives crane to work site and properly sets up per the manufacturer’s operators manual and company rules regarding cribbing/matting, cribbing blocks or mats as required to perform job requirements of customer.
• Direct activities of oilers, truck drivers or helpers in assembly and disassembly of the equipment.
• Place cribbing blocks and/or pads, moves levers and foot pedals to rotate super structure, raise and lowers boom to raise and lower cables.
• May operate crane according to signals from oiler or helper may bolt, pin boom sections together to modify boom lengths.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections along with daily and monthly equipment inspections.
• Perform routine maintenance.
• Carry tools for running repairs.
• Properly barricades counterweight tail swing and working radius.
• Take complete charge of all safety pertaining to assembly, disassembly, and operation of crane. Wears PPE safety equipment.
• Understand and can fill out job ticket for customer to accept responsibility for jobsite and billing.
• Drive truck to worksites and unloads truck.
• Brief travel is expected. Normally nothing longer than a week.
• Any other duties as assigned.
  

Minimum Qualifications (Experience, Skills, And Education)

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of two years of Crane Operation experience
• Working knowledge of rigging, cranes, and commercial moving and storage
• Proficient knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook
• Must be able to read and speak the English language.
• Must possess a current NCCCO, TLL, TSS, and LBC crane operator certification.
• Knowledgeable in OSHA regulations and ANSI standards in crane operations
• CDL-A License required.
• Must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and DOT physical/fit for duty test.
• LBT would be helpful but not required.
• Prefer candidates with proficient oral and written communication skills, technical skills, and functional skills.
  

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to climb, stand; walk; sit; lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to adjust straps, move equipment and perform daily duties; reach with hands and arms; push feet to operate crane; pull handles and grasp equipment; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The Crane Operator is subject to possible exposure to extreme year-round outdoor environmental conditions and may also be subject to working weekends and holidays.

Additional Requirements
Work with a Top-of-Mind Awareness for the safety of yourself and everyone at the job site. Must be able to work in a high functioning team environment. Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Take pride in your work and in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks. Know and deliver the quality service MEI’s customers have come to expect.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by a Crane Operator and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements. MEI reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the job, as necessary.