Crane Operator: Safe, Efficient Lifting in Scrap Yard

Radius Recycling; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Radius Recycling in Macon, GA is seeking a skilled Crane Operator to run hydraulic and cable cranes, lifting and moving materials safely in a fast-paced environment. The role requires strict adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental standards and coordination with the operations team.

The operator must inspect crane mechanisms, report deficiencies, and assist with basic scrap sorting. A valid driver’s license and ability to work flexible hours are preferred to support peak periods.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating different types of cranes preferred.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental standards.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Move levers, depress foot pedals, or turn dials to operate cranes or other equipment for lifting, moving, or placing loads.
• Determine load weights, and check them against lifting capacities to prevent overload.
• Load or unload bundles from trucks or move material to or from containers using moving equipment.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as other equipment, workers, or moving objects.
• Align machine with reference stakes and guidelines, ground, or positioning equipment following hand or audio signals form other workers.
• Coordinate machine actions with other activities, such as positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.

Skills

Crane operation

Safety compliance

Load handling

Equipment inspection

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Crane inspection

Job description

Radius Recycling in Macon, GA is seeking a skilled Crane Operator to run hydraulic and cable cranes, lifting and moving materials safely in a fast-paced environment. The role requires strict adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental standards and coordination with the operations team.

The operator must inspect crane mechanisms, report deficiencies, and assist with basic scrap sorting. A valid driver’s license and ability to work flexible hours are preferred to support peak periods.