Crane Rigger — Heavy Lift & Rigging Specialist

Sterling Crane USA; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 30,307 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Per Diem

Job summary

Sterling Crane LLC in Beaumont, Texas is seeking Crane Riggers to support our leading heavy lift operations. You will operate a range of cranes safely, perform inspections, and help maintain equipment and logs.

This role requires a High School diploma, 3 years of crane experience, a valid TWIC card, and ability to pass drug and background checks. OT may be required; strong teamwork and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with rough terrain cranes, carry decks, crawlers, and mobile cranes.
• Current TWIC card.
• Successfully pass post‑offer drug and physical screens and meet company background requirements.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, materials, or instructions.
• Good verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions, applicable safety regulations, and to maintain records.
• Strong ability to work well within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of specialized machinery safely according to guidelines and ensure correct crane selection and setup.
• Inspect ground conditions and identify overhead obstructions.
• Maintain equipment via daily inspections, routine maintenance, and minor repairs.
• Maintain logs and records of operations.
• Maintain visual and radio communications with ground operators following safety rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Blueprint reading

Overtime flexibility

Effective communication

TWIC card

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Sterling Crane LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Sterling Crane LLC

Founded in 1954, Sterling Crane has been one of North America’s premier leaders in the heavy lift industry offering operated and bare rentals, sales, parts, and unparalleled service to all our customers. We boast one of the largest inventories of modern lifting equipment in North America, in excess of 1000 units. With an increase in recent demand, we are in need Crane Riggers.

We're winning a better way.

At Sterling Crane USA, you truly get the best of both worlds --the dynamic opportunities that come with being part of a growing, U.S. -based company, combined with the strength, stability, and long-term vision of being part of Marmon and Berkshire Hathaway.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Efficiently and safely operate a variety of specialized machinery in accordance with established procedures and guidelines ensuring the right selection and set up is made regarding crane, lift or hoist
• Inspects and assesses ground conditions as well as any possible overhead obstructions
• Maintain equipment through daily inspections, to include performance of routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Maintain logs and records of operational activities
• Maintain visual and radio communications with ground operators according to best practices and site safety regulations, and respond to questions and instructions clearly and quickly
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years experience working with rough terrain cranes, carry decks, crawlers and mobile cranes
• Current TWIC card
• Successfully pass post offer drug and physical screens and have a background that meets company requirements
• Dependable and reliable with flexibility to work overtime, when necessary
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, materials or instructions
• Good verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions, applicable safety regulations, and to maintain records
• Must have strong ability work well within a team environment.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Strong depth perception and quick reaction time
• Ability to pick up, lift, carry, and move a minimum of 65lbs.
• Visual capabilities to follow hand signals, maintain all logs and operate machinery
• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to work in a variety of weather including extreme heat and cold
  
  

Benefits Package

• Daily Per Diem
  
  

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.