Crane Operator -TSG

M. C. Dean; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Crane Operator to join their dynamic team in Washington, D.C. This role involves operating mobile cranes to lift and position loads, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and 1-5 years of experience, demonstrating proficiency in crane operations and safety practices. You will work closely with a team, performing routine maintenance and inspections while adhering to strict safety protocols. This position offers the chance to work outdoors and travel to various job sites, making it an exciting opportunity for those who thrive in a hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in crane operations required.
• Knowledgeable in OSHA regulations and ANSI standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of cranes to lift materials and objects.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections on equipment.

Skills

Crane Operation

Knowledge of OSHA Regulations

Communication Skills

Technical Skills

Functional Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Mobile Crane

Safety Equipment (PPE)

Tools for Running Repairs

Job description

Overview

Job Description:

1. Crane Operator is responsible for operating a mobile crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. The Operator will be required to unload crane accessories from trailers or support vehicles.
2. The Operator receives direction from riggers and/or site supervision via verbal or hand signals to determine required load movement.
3. The Operator will be required to perform pre- and post-trip inspections along with daily and monthly equipment inspections.
4. Operators also follow appropriate safety procedures and maintain logs of vehicle repair status and working hours (FMCSA).
5. Operator typically works under direct supervision and is expected to work long hours with frequent sitting, standing, moving, and climbing.
6. The Operator is subject to possible exposure to extreme year-round outdoor environmental conditions and may also be subject to working weekends and holidays.
7. This position is based in Caroline County, Virginia, and candidates will need to dispatch to jobsites; travel will be an element of this position.
8. Travel will be expected and will normally last no longer than a week.

Responsibilities:

Operate various types of cranes to lift material, objects, or personnel into place; drive crane to work site and properly set up per the manufacturer's operators manual and company rules regarding cribbing/matting, cribbing blocks or mats as required to perform job requirements of customer. Direct activities of oilers, truck drivers, or helpers in setting up and knocking down the equipment. Place cribbing blocks and/or pads. May operate crane according to signals from oiler or helper. May bolt, pin boom sections together to modify boom lengths. This position is part of a team and may require work as a ground crew depending on the task being performed. The ideal candidate will be involved in all scopes of modular delivery.

1. High school diploma or GED with 1-5 years of experience.
2. Perform routine maintenance.
3. Carry tools for running repairs.
4. Wear PPE safety equipment.
5. Properly barricade counterweight tail swing radius.
6. Take complete charge of all safety pertaining to setup, knockdown, and operation of crane.
7. Drive truck to worksites and unload truck.
8. Any other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Essential:

1. Knowledgeable in OSHA Regulations and ANSI standards in crane operations.
2. Must be able to read and speak the English language.
3. Possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent with 1 to 5 years of experience.
4. Must be able to pass a drug test and background check.

Desired:

1. Prefer candidates with proficient oral and written communication skills, technical skills, and functional skills.
2. Prefer candidates with a CDL Class A license, NCCCO, TSS, TLL, (LBC would be helpful but not required).

Abilities:

1. Lifts at least 100 pounds at one time and 60 pounds for an extended period.
2. Relocates a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
3. Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and all types of ladders.
4. Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls, and reaches overhead routinely.
5. Possess good vision (may be corrected), the ability to see in color, and communicate effectively in English.
6. May use a standard ladder without exceeding weight limits while carrying tools.
7. Recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong; does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing the issue.
8. Apply general rules to specific problems to produce sensible answers.
9. Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions, including identifying relationships among seemingly unrelated events.
10. See details at close range (within a few feet).
11. Listen to and understand spoken information and ideas.