Crane Operator - Slayden

Slayden Constructors; Dexter (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Slayden Constructors, a leader in civil construction, seeks an experienced Carpenter in Dexter, Oregon, to join their team. Responsibilities include operating cranes, ensuring safety regulations, and performing maintenance. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, crane operating experience, and effective communication skills. The position offers competitive benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company matching up to 4%

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of crane operating experience.
• Knowledge of ANSI B 30.5 and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to understand load-bearing capacities.

Responsibilities

• Operate crane controls to lift and position machinery at construction sites.
• Inspect cranes for safety issues daily.
• Participate in critical lift planning.

Skills

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Technical instruction understanding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Slayden Constructors Inc. (SCI), a wholly owned subsidiary of MWH Constructors, Inc. (MWH), is seeking an experienced Carpenter to support a critical infrastructure construction project in Dexter, Oregon.

Slayden Constructors is a leader in the civil construction industry in the Pacific Northwest, focused on water and wastewater infrastructure. Over the last 40 years, we have built a reputation with our clients on successful projects, bringing positive impacts to local communities. Grow your career with a team committed to delivering quality projects safely and on time, guided by our principles: People Matter, Team Unity, Solutions Driven, and Forward Focused.

Note: For cranes onsite, operators must be able to operate all cranes at any time, provide references of their performance, and disclose any incidents or accidents involved.

Essential Functions

• Manipulate or depress crane controls to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to instructions.
• Perform minor repairs as needed.
• Inspect cranes daily for safety issues.
• Determine if parts are malfunctioning.
• Complete job tickets, service summaries, and necessary paperwork.
• Lift, position, and place machinery, equipment, or large objects at construction sites.
• Determine load weights and check against lifting capacities to prevent overloads.
• Participate in critical lift planning.
• Operate crane controls to rotate, raise, and lower loads.
• Inspect cables, hooks, and blocks for wear; replace as needed.
• Work within precise accuracy standards.
• Operate crane based on signals from helpers and control the engine.
• Follow safety and operational directions carefully.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; documentation required.
• At least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 1-3 years of crane operating experience.
• Ability to understand safety rules, manuals, and load charts.
• Knowledge of equipment capabilities and limitations.
• Ability to understand technical instructions.
• Knowledge of load-bearing capacities.
• Understanding of fluid mechanics and related components.
• If requested, provide a medical statement confirming physical fitness to perform the work.
• Effective communication skills for conveying information and directions.
• Ability to perform duties safely and satisfactorily.
• Knowledge of ANSI B 30.5, OSHA, and other safety regulations.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check required.
• Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with company matching up to 4%.