Crane Operator – Structural Steel (Travel + Bonuses)

The Contractor Consultants; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Performance bonus

Medical stipend

Company vehicle

Per diem travel

Bi-weekly pay

Long-term, full-time

Job summary

JWC Steel Co. in Hartford, CT, is seeking a Crane Operator to support our field operations team. This full-time position requires proven crane experience in structural steel settings and a safety-first mindset.

You will travel across Southern New England to lift, place, and secure steel components at various job sites. Responsibilities include crane operation, pre-operation inspections, following safety protocols, reading blueprints, and coordinating lifts with riggers and site crews.

Qualifications

• 5+ years crane operating experience in steel erection or related construction.
• Must have CT Crane Operator’s License and MA Hoisting License and CDL.
• Ability to read blueprints and rigging plans accurately.
• Willingness to travel regularly to job sites throughout Southern New England.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes to lift, move, and position structural steel at various job sites.
• Perform pre-operation inspections and routine maintenance to ensure safe crane function.
• Follow OSHA and company safety protocols at all times.
• Relocate crane equipment to and from project sites as needed.
• Communicate clearly with riggers, foremen, and site crews to coordinate lifts.
• Interpret and follow blueprints, lifting plans, and rigging specifications.
• Maintain logs for crane operations, inspections, and maintenance activities.
• Keep crane clean and properly lubricated to maximize efficiency and lifespan.

Skills

Crane operation experience

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Safety consciousness

Education

CT Crane Operator’s License

Massachusetts Hoisting License (Type 1B)

Class A CDL

Tools

Hydraulic cranes

Job description

JWC Steel Co. in Hartford, CT, is seeking a Crane Operator to support our field operations team. This full-time position requires proven crane experience in structural steel settings and a safety-first mindset.

You will travel across Southern New England to lift, place, and secure steel components at various job sites. Responsibilities include crane operation, pre-operation inspections, following safety protocols, reading blueprints, and coordinating lifts with riggers and site crews.