Crane Operator with Pile Driver Experience

Myqlm; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k

Safety bucks program

Job summary

Quality Labor Management (QLM) is seeking an experienced, safety-minded Crane Operator with specialized pile driver experience to join our foundation and civil construction team. You will operate friction and/or hydraulic cranes with pile driving leads, hammers, and vibratory tools to drive sheet piles, H-piles, pipes, and concrete piles on heavy civil and deep foundation projects.

Requirements include minimum 3 years of pile driving experience, OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred, a valid driver's

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of crane operation in pile driving or deep foundation projects.
• Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate cranes equipped for pile driving operations.
• Rig, hoist, position and drive piles per specs.
• Perform pre-operational inspections and routine maintenance.
• Coordinate with ground crews using hand signals and radios.
• Monitor loads, ground conditions, and clearance from utilities.
• Assist in mobilization and demobilization of crane leads and hammers.

Job description

City and State

New Orleans, LA

Job Summary

QLM is seeking an experienced, safety-minded Crane Operator with specialized Pile Driver experience to join our foundation and civil construction team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating friction and/or hydraulic cranes equipped with pile driving leads, impact hammers, and vibratory hammers to drive sheet pile, H-pile, pipe, and concrete piles for heavy civil and deep foundation projects.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k
• Safety bucks program!

Pay Range

$34-38 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Safe operation of lattice boom, friction, and/or hydraulic crawler cranes equipped for pile driving operations.
• Rig, hoist, position, and drive various pile types (sheet, pipe, H-pile, timber, and pre-cast concrete) in accordance with project specifications and engineering standards.
• Perform pre-operational crane inspections, routine maintenance, and daily equipment checks to ensure maximum safety and compliance.
• Work closely with ground crews, spotters, pile bucks, and project supervisors using hand signals and radio communications.
• Maintain strict awareness of load limits, ground stability, dynamic loads during pile driving, and proximity to overhead utilities or nearby structures.
• Assist in assembling, rigging, and disassembling crane leads, hammers, power units, and boom sections as needed during mobilization and demobilization.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience operating cranes specifically in pile driving or deep foundation applications required.
• Safety: Valid OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Physical ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, climb equipment, and lift up to 50 lbs as required on-site.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Position Number

31328

Quality Labor Management (QLM) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, transgender status or sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Company complies with applicable Federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.