Crane Operator- Field Welding & Mechanical Services

Beitzel Corporation; Grantsville (WV); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Crane Operator to join their dynamic team. This role involves operating various cranes, performing welding and mechanical services, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in crane operations and welding, with the ability to troubleshoot and maintain equipment. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values safety and offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as opportunities for career advancement. If you are driven and looking for a rewarding position, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with Company Match

Paid time off and 7 paid holidays

Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation

Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays

Scholarship opportunities for dependent children

Performance and salary reviews

Employee feedback program

Safety bonuses and incentives

PPE allowances

Qualifications

• 2+ years of crane services experience preferred.
• NCCCO certification and welding experience required.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes and perform critical lifts safely.
• Provide welding and mechanical services as needed.

Skills

Crane Operation

Welding

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Mathematical Calculations

Education

NCCCO Certification

Trade School Completion

Tools

Welding Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

About Us

Beitzel Corporation is an Industrial Construction and Service Company with nearly 50 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country.

Position Overview

The general role of a Crane Operator – Field Welding and Mechanical Services is to provide skillful service within the Field Welding and Mechanical Services Group. Crane Operator must possess expertise and skills using both fixed and no-fixed cab cranes. The Crane Operator is expected to physically work with the trade crew to provide welding, mechanical, fit-up, fabrication, and labor as needed. The Crane Operator must possess expertise and skill in precisely moving and placing large objects using cranes and provide basic maintenance and troubleshooting for assigned cranes. The Crane Operator must be a performance-driven individual with a proven history of customer service.

This individual will have a thorough understanding of all aspects of field welding, crane, and mechanical services operations and services. The individual must also be proficient with the products and services offered by Beitzel Corporation and willing to work a flexible schedule with extended hours as required.

The Crane Operator will report to the Group Manager – Field Welding and Mechanical Services - and will work primarily out of the Beitzel Corporate location.

What You'll Do

• Operate all sizes of cranes per the requirements of the work to be performed.
• Control the rigging, lifting, moving, and positioning of loads on the crane.
• Perform critical lifts as required.
• Observe and make certain loads are safely attached and that weight loads and lifting capacities are within proper limits.
• Perform routine safety inspections and continuously inspect crane cables and hooks and ensure that worn parts are replaced.
• Perform lubrication and necessary maintenance of cranes in the field.
• Perform troubleshooting and repair of cranes.
• Provide non-certified welding services to construction trades and to various construction, industrial, and mechanical projects.
• Layout steel for fitting/fabrication.
• Read welding blueprints.
• Utilize welding tools, hand tools, and power tools safely and effectively.
• Respond and provide corrective action for non-routine issues and repairs or issues that cannot be resolved in the field or that would jeopardize operations.
• Assist in coordination, maintenance, repairs, and additional work with the customer, and division management.
• Provide daily operations updates to operations management as required.
• Identify issues and concerns from the field and ensure that a positive relationship exists between the Beitzel field staff, the customer, and Division Management.
• Prepare time and material (T&M) tickets, receipts, and other paperwork as required.
• Work on call as needed and demonstrate commitment to the job.
• Coordinate and assist cross-functional teams to accomplish common goals as required.

Other Duties

This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Bring

• A minimum of 2+ years of crane services experience preferred.
• NCCCO certification required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of crane service operations is preferred.
• Mechanical and/or electrical experience preferred- welding experience required.
• Mastery level with multiple crane associated applications (i.e., wireline, general construction, etc.)
• Ability to mobilize and operate all sizes of cranes.
• Ability to develop, document, and perform critical lifts.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair most general crane issues preferred.
• 2+ years of industrial welding experience or trade-school program completion preferred.
• Experience with fitting and fabrication in industrial applications preferred.
• Ability to weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Ability to recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, to include cutting torches required.
• Processes strong mechanical knowledge.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Working Conditions

• Sit (for prolonged periods of time), talk, hear, read, and write.
• Walk / use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls / reach with hands and arms / climb ladders and stairs / crawl / kneel / lie down.
• Lift and/or move up to 75 pounds unassisted.
• Work in confined spaces.
• Work extended hours and potential shift work.
• Perform duties on-site in all types of weather.
• Breathe effectively while wearing a respirator.
• Wear safety equipment: per OSHA/MSHA requirements including but not limited steel toed and/or metatarsal shoes, hard hat, lanyard, fire retardant, protective eye wear, etc.

How We'll Support You

Perks/Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Rx Coverage
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with Company Match
  • Short/Long term disability
  • Paid time off (as outlined in the applicable Benefit's Summary) and 7 paid holidays
• Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out-of-town work.
• Employee focused work environment
  • On-the-job mentoring and training
  • Internal job postings
  • Performance and salary reviews
  • Employee feedback program
• Safety-first and drug free work environments
  • Bonuses and incentives for working safely
  • Company provided tools and basic safety equipment
  • PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors
• Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays.
• Overtime available as applicable.
• Advancement through tailored employee career paths.
• Financial tools/programs to help employees reach financial goals, manage money, get out of debt, and save for the future.
• Scholarship opportunities for dependent children.
• Applicant may also receive additional compensation based on the Company and individual's performances.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with The Company’s Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

AAP/EEO Statement This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.

ADA Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Min

USD $25.00/Hr.

Max

USD $32.00/Hr.