Crane Operator (Pasadena, Tx) Austin Industrial-AA

Austin External; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin External is seeking an experienced crane operator to operate stationary and traveling cranes, lift and position heavy loads, and ensure safety on industrial sites. The role requires maintaining NCCCO certifications and adhering to safety protocols.

The position calls for 5-10 years of experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work in a high-demand construction environment with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience operating industrial cranes.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Maintain NCCCO certifications to meet regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate stationary or traveling crane to lift, move, position loads and ensure safe attachment.
• Inspect crane for safety issues daily and address malfunctions.
• Repair crane as needed and perform routine maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Crane operation

Safety awareness

Team coordination

Tools

NCCCO Certification

Job description

Job Category : Craft

Requisition Number : CRANE034364

• Posted : September 30, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

Description

Responsible for operating a stationary or traveling crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. Depresses buttons, lifts levers, and ensures load is safely attached to crane before making any lift. Erect structures, move products, equipment, or materials to and from industrial work areas by performing the following essential duties and responsibilities.Other duties may be assigned.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manipulate or depress cane controls to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
• Repair crane as needed.
• Inspect crane for safety issues daily and determine if any parts are malfunctioning.
• Cleans, maintains, and lubricates equipment.
• Complete job tickets, service quality summaries, and all other necessary paperwork.
• Lift, position and place machinery, equipment or other large objects at construction sites and industrial facilities.
• Place blocks and outriggers to prevent capsizing when lifting heavy loads.
• Move levers and pedals to rotate crane on chassis to raise and lower crane boom and to raise and lower load-line.
• Bolt boom sections together to extend or modify boom for pile driving or high lifting.
• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, and falling objects.
• Operate crane according to signals from rigger.
• Start engines, move throttles, switches, and levers, and depress pedals to operate machines.
• Maintain current NCCCO certifications to meet regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required for this Position:

Experience – 5-10 years of operating equipment in an Industrial or maintenance setting.

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Qualifications

Experience

Required

5-10 years:

5-10 years:

5-10 years

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Valid Driver's License

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