Crane Operator Crawler Crane

Central Texas Steel Erectors; Portland (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay: $40/hr

Company truck

Full-time

Overtime opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Central Texas Steel Erectors in the Greater Austin area is seeking an experienced Crane Operator to join our team. You will safely operate hydraulic and lattice cranes on commercial construction projects and ensure daily inspections.

We offer a starting pay of $40 per hour, a company truck, full-time steady work, overtime opportunities, and a supportive team focused on safety and quality in structural steel erection.

Qualifications

• Must hold NCCCO Crane Operator Certification or equivalent.
• Valid Texas driver's license with clean record.
• Experience operating cranes on commercial construction or steel erection projects.
• Experience operating TLL and LBC cranes.
• Strong understanding of load charts and rigging practices.
• Authorized to work in the United States and local to Greater Austin area.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate hydraulic and crawler cranes on commercial construction projects.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance checks.
• Work closely with steel erection crews, riggers, and project managers.
• Lift and place structural steel safely and efficiently.
• Follow OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Maintain professionalism on every jobsite.

Skills

Crane operation

Load charts understanding

Rigging practices

OSHA compliance

Education

NCCCO Crane Operator Certification

Valid Texas driver’s license

Job description

Crane Operator (Local) - Greater Austin Area

Company: Central Texas Steel Erectors Location: Greater Austin Area, TX Pay: Starting at $40.00/hour Benefits: Company Truck Provided

Central Texas Steel Erectors is seeking an experienced Crane Operator to join our growing team. We are looking for dependable, safety-focused operators who live in the Greater Austin area and are committed to delivering quality work on structural steel projects.

Benefits

• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Responsibilities

• Safely operate hydraulic and crawler cranes on commercial construction projects.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance checks.
• Work closely with steel erection crews, riggers, and project managers.
• Lift and place structural steel safely and efficiently.
• Follow all OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Maintain professionalism on every jobsite.

Requirements

• Current NCCCO Crane Operator Certification (or equivalent).
• Valid Texas driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Previous experience operating cranes on commercial construction or steel erection projects.
• Must have verifiable experience operating both TLL (Telescopic Lattice Boom Lift) and LBC (Lattice Boom Crawler) cranes.
• Strong understanding of load charts, rigging practices, and jobsite safety.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must reside in the Greater Austin area. We are looking for local candidates only.

What We Offer

• Starting pay of $40.00/hour
• Company truck
• Full-time, steady work
• Opportunity for overtime
• Work with one of Central Texas’s leading structural steel erection contractors
• Supportive team and opportunities for advancement