Crane Operator: Safe Lifting, Load Handling & Maintenance

Brown & Root Industrial Services; LaPlace (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services in Louisiana operates a range of heavy equipment to move materials safely and efficiently. The Crane Operator will manage crane and hoist operations, interpreting signals and load charts as needed to place loads accurately.

You will inspect equipment, perform routine maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety procedures on all jobsites. The role requires attention to detail and reliable teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Observes load hookup and determines safety of load.
• Manipulates crane controls to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal or signal instructions.
• Cleans and maintains crane and hoisting mechanism.
• Inspects crane for defective parts, documents and notifies the supervisor of the defects or malfunctions.
• Loads, transports, and unloads materials, tools, equipment and supplies.
• Performs minor maintenance or cleaning activities on tools and equipment.
• May be required to interpret load charts.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates production equipment in accordance with established guidelines and procedures.
• Adjust machine settings to complete tasks according to specification, accurately and in a timely manner.
• Move hand and foot levers to control diesel, electric, gasoline or steam-powered operating equipment.
• Interprets hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed.
• May be required to manipulate equipment on unlevel working surface.
• May assist in lifting, position and securing or materials and work pieces during installation.
• May be responsible for routine maintenance or repairs.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Load safety

Crane operation

Crane maintenance

Crane inspection

Materials handling

Tool maintenance

Load chart interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Brown & Root Industrial Services in Louisiana operates a range of heavy equipment to move materials safely and efficiently. The Crane Operator will manage crane and hoist operations, interpreting signals and load charts as needed to place loads accurately.

You will inspect equipment, perform routine maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety procedures on all jobsites. The role requires attention to detail and reliable teamwork in a fast-paced environment.