Crane Operator / Rigger

STS Technical Services; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Technical Services is seeking an experienced Crane Operator / Rigger for a 2nd shift in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The role focuses on safe lifting, moving, and positioning heavy loads using cranes from 20 to 75 tons, with extensive rigging duties.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of crane operation experience and proven rigging skills, with the ability to adapt to changing production schedules in a fast-paced environment. Overtime is paid at time and a half for hours over 40 per week.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four (4) years of crane operation experience with heavy loads and ensuring safety.
• Proven rigging experience and safety-focused practices.
• Ability to adapt to updated production schedules in a fast-paced environment.

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 loads are securely attached to the crane before any lift, adhering 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, with overtime paid at time and a half for hours over 40.

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.