Crane Operator - Indianapolis, IN

Messer Construction Co.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Messer Construction Co. in Indianapolis is seeking seasoned Crane Operators to advance their careers on major commercial projects.

You will operate hydraulic and lattice boom cranes, perform related tasks, inspect safety, and adapt to laborer or carpenter activities as needed. Strong NCCCO certification and five years of construction experience preferred; candidates must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel within Messer regions.

Qualifications

• NCCCO certification LAT/TLL/TWR is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in all phases of commercial construction.
• Candidates must have transportation.
• Be willing to work within a 50 mile radius.
• Be able to work in a variety of seasonal and weather conditions.
• Willing to travel to other Messer Regions.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic, lattice boom or tower cranes.
• Operate other types of equipment (backhoes, excavators, skid steers, RTFs, etc.).
• Manual moving of formwork, lumber, resteel and material / accessories.
• Placing concrete from a truck, pump, bucket, buggy, conveyor, etc.
• Use of demolition tools: jack hammer, air tools, sledgehammer, etc.
• Inspect the crane for unsafe conditions, complete required records, and communicate unsafe conditions.
• Adapt to Laborer or Carpenter activities when necessary.
• Other tasks as directed by supervisor.

Education

NCCCO certification LAT/TLL/TWR

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: Indianapolis, IN, United States
Company: Messer Construction Co.
Date Posted: Oct 1, 2026

Messer Construction Co. is an award-winning construction manager and general contractor that provides leadership for complex commercial building projects. We are currently accepting applications for seasoned Operators wanting to advance their construction careers. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of commercial construction and remodeling practices as well as a comprehensive understanding of procedures, techniques, tools, equipment, materials, specifications, quality and cost control measures and safety requirements associated with commercial building.

What You Will Do:

• Operate hydraulic, lattice boom or tower cranes
• Operate other types of equipment (backhoes, excavators, skid steers, RTFs, etc.)
• Manual moving of formwork, lumber, resteel and material / accessories
• Placing concrete from a truck, pump, bucket, buggy, conveyor, etc.
• Use of demolition tools: jack hammer, air tools, sledgehammer, etc.
• Know how to inspect the crane for unsafe conditions, complete required records, and communicate the unsafe conditions to the proper authority
• Ability to adapt to Laborer or Carpenter activities when necessary
• Other tasks as directed by supervisor

What You Will Bring:

• NCCCO or similar certification for minimum of 3 years with specialties in LAT, TLL, TWR
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of five years’ experience in all phases of commercial construction
• Candidates must have transportation
• Be willing to work within a 50 mile radius
• Be able to work in a variety of seasonal and weather conditions
• Willing to travel to other Messer Regions

Your decisions influence your career at every step: Make yours count with Messer Construction Co. In business since 1932 and employee-owned since 1990, Messer builds projects and careers that leave a lasting impact on our communities. We bring opportunities for collaboration and growth; you bring the determination . Let’s build something great together.

We provide an excellent and comprehensive compensation package with unlimited opportunity for personal and professional growth.
All Messer employees are required to comply with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy as a condition of employment. Messer may condition offers employment upon taking and passing of a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen as well as random substance abuse testing.
Messer is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Messer is committed to a diverse workforce.