Crane Operator - Primoris Heavy Civil - Jefferson, LA

Primoris Services Corporation; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with match

ESPP

Pet coverage

Legal assistance

Safety programs

Job summary

Primoris Heavy Civil in Jefferson, LA seeks a skilled Crane Operator to lift, move, and position heavy materials on construction sites while maintaining the highest safety standards. You will operate hydraulic and lattice boom cranes, perform pre-operation inspections, read load charts, and communicate with ground crews to coordinate lifts.

A valid NCCCO certification and 3–5 years of civil construction crane experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid NCCCO or equivalent crane operator certification.
• 3–5 years of verifiable heavy crane operation experience.
• Ability to read load charts, blueprints, and plans.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and background checks.
• Willingness to work extended hours including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate hydraulic, lattice boom and other cranes to lift/move materials.
• Perform pre-operation crane inspections and check rigging equipment.
• Interpret load charts and lifting plans; follow hand signals.
• Coordinate lifts with ground crews and supervisors for safe handling.
• Maintain daily logs of crane operations and maintenance.
• Adhere to OSHA regulations and company safety policies.

Skills

Crane operation

NCCCO certification

Load chart reading

Rigging

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Pre-operation inspections

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hydraulic cranes

Lattice boom cranes

Rigging equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Operate various types of cranes to lift, move, and position heavy materials and equipment on construction sites in Jefferson, LA, ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations for Primoris Heavy Civil.

Job Overview

Job Summary: Operate various types of cranes to lift, move, and position heavy materials and equipment on construction sites in Jefferson, LA, ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations for Primoris Heavy Civil.

Job Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate hydraulic, lattice boom, and other types of cranes to hoist and move materials such as steel beams, concrete forms, and heavy machinery.
• Perform pre-operation inspections of cranes and rigging equipment, including checking fluid levels, controls, cables, and structural integrity.
• Interpret and understand load charts, lifting plans, and hand signals from signal persons and riggers.
• Communicate effectively with ground crews, signal persons, and supervisors to coordinate lifts and ensure safe material handling.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and industry best practices for crane operation and heavy lifting.
• Maintain accurate daily logs of crane operations, inspections, and maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot minor operational issues and perform basic maintenance as required.
• Ensure the proper securing of loads and safe maneuvering of the crane in various environmental conditions.
• Participate in pre-task planning and safety briefings.
• Report any equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, or incidents immediately to supervision.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid NCCCO or equivalent nationally recognized crane operator certification for the type of cranes operated (e.g., Lattice Boom, Hydraulic).
• Minimum of 3-5 years of verifiable experience operating heavy cranes in a civil construction environment.
• Thorough knowledge of crane operations, rigging techniques, and safety procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret load charts, blueprints, and construction plans.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and challenging outdoor environments.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical examination.
• Willingness to work extended hours, including weekends, as project demands require.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Company Overview

Primoris Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Pet coverage for your furry friends.
• Legal assistance coverage.
• Award-winning safety programs.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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