Crane Operators- Orange, TX

Wyatt Field Service Company; Orange (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Wyatt Field Service Company in Orange, Texas, is seeking experienced Crane Operators to support a refinery turnaround project through March 2027. This temporary role involves mobile cranes up to 100 tons and some overhead crane work, with shifts described in the job brief.

Candidates should have turnaround or refinery experience, a current crane operator certification, and the ability to read lift plans, follow signals, and work safely with a turnaround team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Crane Operator in refinery, petrochemical, industrial construction, maintenance, or turnaround environment.
• Experience operating mobile cranes with capacities of 100 tons and under preferred.
• Experience operating overhead cranes preferred.
• Current crane operator certification and qualifications in accordance with applicable standards and site requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate mobile cranes with capacities of 100 tons and under to support turnaround activities.
• Operate overhead cranes on a part‑time basis as needed.
• Perform pre-use inspections of cranes and related equipment.
• Follow approved lift plans, signaling procedures, and site requirements.
• Maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, structures, and potential hazards during lifting operations.

Skills

Crane operation

Safety awareness

Turnaround experience

Education

Crane operator certification

Job description

Location: Orange, TX (DOW)

Project Duration: Now – March 2027

Schedule: Monday–Friday 10-hour shifts until February | Monday -Sunday 12-hour shifts (13 days on, 1 day off) until March

We are currently seeking experienced Crane Operators to support an upcoming turnaround project in Orange, Texas. This is a temporary project-based opportunity expected to run until approximately March 2027.

You will support mobile crane work that will primarily involve cranes rated at 100 tons and under, with some part-time overhead crane operation as needed.

We are looking for dependable, safety-focused professionals with refinery, petrochemical, industrial, or turnaround experience who can safely and efficiently support project operations.

Crane Operators

• Safely operate mobile cranes with capacities of 100 tons and under to support turnaround activities.
• Operate overhead cranes on a part-time basis as needed.
• Perform pre-use inspections of cranes and related equipment.
• Follow approved lift plans, signaling procedures, and site requirements.
• Maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, structures, and potential hazards during lifting operations.

General Responsibilities

• Work closely with crane operators, riggers, signal persons, and other craft personnel to safely position and move materials and equipment.
• Follow all refinery, project, and company safety policies and procedures.
• Immediately report equipment deficiencies, unsafe conditions, incidents, or potential hazards.
• Maintain a strong commitment to safety, communication, and teamwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the turnaround project.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Crane Operator in a refinery, petrochemical, industrial construction, maintenance, or turnaround environment.
• Experience operating mobile cranes with capacities of 100 tons and under preferred.
• Experience operating overhead cranes preferred.
• Current crane operator certification and qualifications in accordance with applicable standards and site requirements.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to read and understand lift plans and follow instructions from qualified personnel.
• Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a turnaround team.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.
• Must be able to pass all required site safety training, background requirements, and drug screening.

Project duration and work schedule are subject to project requirements and may change based on turnaround needs.