Crane Operator: Safe Lifts, Inspections & Signals

Berkel & Company Contractors Inc; Maryland; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkel & Company Contractors Inc. seeks an experienced Crane Operator to operate lattice boom or displacement cranes, lifting and positioning materials to support field operations and drilling locations.

You will follow ANSI crane hand signals, perform daily inspections, maintain equipment, and coordinate with site supervisors to ensure safe, efficient operations. Requires high school diploma, 2 years of experience, valid driver’s license, CCO or equivalent, and mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma/ GED.
• 2 years or related work experience or training.
• Valid Driver’s license.
• CCO or comparable is required.
• Mechanical aptitude for minor repairs on the machine.

Responsibilities

• Observe the assembly and disassembly of the crane to determine proper safety measures.
• Manipulate the crane in a safe manner and in accordance with written, verbal, or signal instructions.
• Clean and maintain the crane and hoisting mechanism.
• Conduct daily crane inspections and notify the site supervisor of any defective parts for repair.
• Prevent damage to equipment due to mistakes, carelessness, and incorrect process or procedures.

Skills

Crane operation

Safety compliance

Signal interpretation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Berkel & Company Contractors Inc. seeks an experienced Crane Operator to operate lattice boom or displacement cranes, lifting and positioning materials to support field operations and drilling locations.

You will follow ANSI crane hand signals, perform daily inspections, maintain equipment, and coordinate with site supervisors to ensure safe, efficient operations. Requires high school diploma, 2 years of experience, valid driver’s license, CCO or equivalent, and mechanical aptitude.