Crane Operator: Heavy Equipment & Rigging Pro

PALA Interstate, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

PALA Interstate, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a heavy equipment operator to lift and move materials using cranes, backhoes, bulldozers, and more, following job specs and blueprints.

Tasks include reading plans, performing geometry-based calculations, and coordinating with a flagger to ensure safe operation. Candidates must have rigging/flagging skills, pass the Pala-Interstate Certification Exam, and hold NCCER or NCCCO certification.

Qualifications

• Rigging and flagging skills required.
• Minimum four years of experience.
• Must pass Pala-Interstate Certification Exam.
• 20/30 and 20/50 Snellen eye sight with color vision/depth perception.
• Undergo OSHA required physical exam.
• Undergo baseline audiogram.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license.
• NCCER or NCCCO certification required.

Responsibilities

• Drive equipment to work sites and direct riggers to place blocks and outriggers to prevent capsizing.
• Read, study and interpret job specs, plans and blueprints; perform basic geometry-based calculations.
• Start engine and operate controls to rotate boom and lift loads.
• Communicate with flagger using hand signals or verbal instructions for positioning.
• Read load charts and select slings/chokers using geometry to verify loads.
• Identify hazardous conditions such as unstable ground, high winds, or traffic.
• Check equipment condition before use and perform regular maintenance.

Skills

Rigging and flagging skills

Education

High School or GED

NCCER or NCCCO certification

Valid driver’s license

OSHA medical exam

Job description

PALA Interstate, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a heavy equipment operator to lift and move materials using cranes, backhoes, bulldozers, and more, following job specs and blueprints.

Tasks include reading plans, performing geometry-based calculations, and coordinating with a flagger to ensure safe operation. Candidates must have rigging/flagging skills, pass the Pala-Interstate Certification Exam, and hold NCCER or NCCCO certification.