Crane Spotter

Harvard Integrations LP; Tea (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Integrations LP is seeking a skilled crane/rigging operator to assemble and coordinate metal components, ensuring safe lifting operations on site in the United States. The role requires vigilance, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.

You will assist the crane operator, inspect equipment, and monitor the work area while guiding loads and maintaining teamwork. Experience with bridge cranes and rigging is preferred; a High School Diploma or GED is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; equivalent experience allowed.
• Experience around bridge cranes and advanced rigging.
• Ability to use basic hand and power tools safely.
• Basic math including fractions.
• Read and comprehend written instructions.
• Good judgment and teamwork capabilities.
• Forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist crane operator with clear signals for safe crane movements.
• Monitor work area to identify hazards.
• Guide load positioning for safe movement.
• Maintain communication with crane operator and team.
• Inspect rigging and lifting equipment before use.
• Stay updated on safety protocols and training.
• Identify and resolve crane operation issues promptly.

Skills

Bridge crane experience

Advanced rigging

Safety awareness

Team communication

Basic math

Instruction reading

Forklift experience

Tool handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Tape measure

Grinders

Saws

Job description

Description

Assemble and fabricate metal cabinets, enclosures, bases, and/or other components.

• Assist the crane operator by providing clear and precise signals to ensure safe and efficient crane movements.
• Continuously monitor the work area to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Guide the positioning of loads, ensuring they are moved safely and accurately.
• Maintain constant communication with the crane operator and other team members to coordinate movements and operations.
• Conduct pre-operation inspections of rigging and lifting equipment to ensure they are in good condition and safe to use.
• Stay updated on safety protocols and participate in regular training sessions to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Assist in identifying and resolving any issues related to crane operations promptly and efficiently.
• Identify and resolve any issues related to crane operations promptly and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Follow established safety guidelines.
• Perform additional duties as requested.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred. Equivalent experience may be acceptable.
• Experience around bridge cranes and advanced rigging.
• Ability to use basic hand tools, power tools, tape measure, grinders, and saws safely.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions.
• Requires good judgment, and ability to work with others and perform other tasks as assigned.
• Experience operating a forklift preferred.