Crane Operator-Erection

Metromont; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 57,859; Full time

Job summary

Metromont LLC is seeking a Crane Operator-Erection to join our field team. You will operate large mobile cranes on jobsites to lift precast units, equipment, and materials, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

The role requires working knowledge of crane mechanics, the ability to travel and stay out of town as needed, and a valid 300-ton crawler crane license. You will collaborate with erection foremen and field supervisors to deliver projects on schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be properly licensed to operate 300-ton Crawler Crane.

Responsibilities

• Determine load weights and check them against lifting capabilities to prevent overload.
• Inspect cables, pins and sheaves for wear or damage; replace as needed.
• Move crane on/off jobs, coordinating with A/D supervisor for safe assembly.
• Work with erection foreman to determine safest, most productive approach.
• Set up crane on stabilized pad and keep within 1% level.
• Perform daily safety inspections and upkeep logs.
• Coordinate with field operations for crane parts and repairs.
• Maintain daily work and maintenance logs.
• Travel and stay out of town as needed to meet schedules.
• Adhere to Metromont and OSHA safety rules.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and tools.

Skills

Crane operation

Teamwork

Data entry

Inventory software

Microsoft Office

Machine maintenance

Cab access

Reading/writing/math

Critical thinking

Active listening

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Licensed to operate 300-ton Crawler Crane

Tools

Microsoft Office

Crane controls

Job description

Position Title

Crane Operator-Erection

Job Description

Would you like to be part of a family who loves to take on exciting challenges? Metromont LLC has been one of the leaders in the construction industry for nearly a century and is currently accepting resumes to be part of our dynamic team!

Metromont was founded in 1925 on the principles of faith, honor, and passion, and almost 100 years later, those values are still the foundation of who we are and everything we do. A third-generation company with nearly 1,500 associates across six manufacturing facilities in South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Virginia, and Texas, Metromont is a leader and pioneer in the engineering and manufacturing of precast concrete. Most of all, we're a trusted partner, working side-by-side with our customers from the earliest stages of project design through turnover of the completed structure. In addition to the production of precast concrete, Metromont provides our customers with complementary design and engineering, hauling, erection, and field services to support their full construction needs. Across the eastern seaboard, the southeast, and even as far west as Arizona, our customers rely on us to provide innovative precast solutions and the best quality for their parking structures, data centers, multifamily housing, office buildings, warehouses, schools, and stadiums. And we do, because a trusted partner is who we are and who we've been for nearly a century.

Position Purpose

This position is responsible for operating large mobile cranes on jobsites for lifting precast units, equipment, and materials.

Responsibilities

• Determine load weights and check them against lifting capabilities to prevent overload.
• Inspect cables, pins and sheaves for wear or damage. Install or replace as needed.
• Responsible for moving crane in and out of jobs working closely with A/D supervisor to assure the crane is put together and taken apart safely.
• Work closely with erection foreman to ensure safest and most productive way to approach erecting the job.
• Assure that the crane is setup on developed stabilized crane road pad and is within 1% of level.
• Responsible for daily inspection to ensure safe operation.
• Contact field operations whenever technical help necessary for new crane parts and repairs.
• Maintain daily work log and maintenance log.
• Must be willing to travel and stay out of town though workweek as well as work hours deemed necessary to keep job on schedule.
• Must adhere to all Metromont and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
• Housekeeping as necessary to maintain work area, tools, and equipment in a clean and orderly manner.

Characteristics (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Working knowledge of crane and crane mechanics
• Able to work on a team
• Knowledge of data entry software
• Knowledge of inventory management software
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Ability to access and descend from the cab of the crane
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Active listening skills
• Above average hand/eye coordination
• Able to adapt to changes in work schedules, tasks, or processes
• Values and demonstrates safe working behaviors

Education and Technology

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Must be properly licensed to operate 300-ton Crawler Crane

Metromont LLC (Company) is an equal opportunity employer. The Company is committed to the spirit and letter of all federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal opportunity. To this end, the Company does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including medical needs due to pregnancy, child birth or other medical conditions), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected status. This Policy extends to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, as well as the use of all Company facilities.

The Company is also committed to making reasonable accommodations based on an individual's disability, religion, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions (including, but not limited to, lactation), or any other protected status where a reasonable accommodation is required under the law.

No form of unlawful discrimination, unlawful harassment, unlawful refusal to reasonably accommodate or unlawful retaliation will be tolerated.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Job Details

Pay Type

Hourly

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