Crane Operator / Rigger

STS Technical Services; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Technical Services in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is seeking an experienced Crane Operator / Rigger for a 2nd shift role. You will operate cranes ranging from 20 to 75 tons, focus on safely lifting, moving, and positioning heavy loads, with extensive rigging responsibilities.

The ideal candidate has at least four years of crane operation experience and strong rigging skills, with adaptability to changing production schedules and a willingness to work 50–55 hours per week, including some Saturdays,

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of crane operation experience with heavy loads.
• Proven rigging skills and knowledge of load securement and safety practices.
• Ability to adjust to updated production schedules in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate stationary or traveling cranes to lift, move, and position loads.
• Ensure loads are securely attached and safety policies are followed before lifts.
• Move products, equipment, or materials to designated areas efficiently and safely.
• Rig and load units onto trucks, ensuring balance and security.
• Work 50–55 hours per week with some Saturdays; overtime paid at time and a half.

Skills

Crane operation

Rigging

Safety practices

Adaptability

Job description

STS Technical Services is seeking an experienced Crane Operator / Rigger to join our team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for a 2nd shift position. This role is essential to the operation of cranes ranging from 20 to 75 tons, with a focus on safely lifting, moving, and positioning heavy loads. The ideal candidate will also possess extensive experience in rigging loads and ensuring safety throughout the process. If you have a strong background in crane operation and rigging, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Crane Operation: Operate stationary or traveling cranes to lift, move, position, and reposition loads within the industrial work area.
• Safety Compliance: Depress buttons, lift levers, and ensure that loads are securely attached to the crane before any lift is made, adhering strictly to safety policies.
• Load Movement: Move products, equipment, or materials to and from designated industrial work areas efficiently and safely.
• Rigging: Rig and load units onto trucks for transport, ensuring proper balance and security.
• Work Schedule: Flexibility to work 50-55 hours per week, including partial Saturdays, as business needs dictate. Overtime is paid at time and a half for hours worked over 40 in a week.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of four (4) years of experience in crane operation, specifically handling heavy loads and ensuring safety.
• Rigging Skills: Proven experience in rigging and loading, with a strong understanding of safety practices in the process.
• Adaptability: Ability to adjust to updated production schedules and work in a fast-paced environment.

About Global Power Components

Global Power Components is a growing, privately held manufacturer specializing in UL heavy gauge steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures, and modular metal enclosures for housing fully-equipped electrical distribution and control equipment. As part of our team, you’ll be working in a dynamic environment that values safety, precision, and efficiency.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Global Power Components and STS Technical Services are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. We adhere to affirmative action principles and ensure that employment decisions are based on job-related reasons, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.