Equipment Operator - Crane

Team Elmer's; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Crane Operator to join their team in Traverse City. This role involves operating cranes to lift and position heavy loads while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a valid CDL A license, crane certifications, and experience in crane operation. Join a dedicated team committed to excellence in heavy construction and contribute to impactful projects in a dynamic environment. If you are ready to take on this challenging yet rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Valid CDL A license with airbrake endorsement required.
• 3-5 years of crane and rigging experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate crane under supervision and follow safety protocols.
• Inspect crane daily for safety issues and perform repairs as needed.
• Lift and position heavy loads at construction sites.

Skills

Crane Operation

Mechanical Knowledge

Safety Compliance

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Crane Controls

Personal Protection Equipment

Job description

Crane Operator

Team Elmer's, an employee-owned heavy construction company, is comprised of five divisions - aggregate, asphalt, excavation, concrete, and crane and rigging. Our Traverse City, Michigan-based company proudly employs more than 500 skilled professionals and operates out of 15 Michigan locations.

We are currently seeking to fill an opening for a Crane Operator. This position will be responsible for operating a stationary or traveling crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. The operator will press buttons, lift levers, and ensure that the load is safely attached to the crane before operating the crane.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Operate crane under general supervision.
2. Manipulate or depress crane controls to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
3. Repair crane as needed.
4. Inspect crane for safety issues on a daily basis.
5. Determine if any parts are malfunctioning.
6. Complete job tickets, service quality summaries, and all other necessary paperwork.
7. Lift, position and place machinery, equipment or other large objects at construction sites and industrial facilities.
8. Drive trucks to worksites and unload trucks.
9. Place blocks and outriggers to prevent capsizing when lifting heavy loads.
10. Move levers and pedals to rotate crane on chassis to raise and lower crane boom and to raise and lower load-line.
11. Bolt boom sections together to extend or modify boom for pile driving or high lifting.
12. Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
13. Operate crane according to signals from helper.
14. Start and stop crane engine.
15. Follow directions carefully.
16. Will be required to wear personal protection equipment i.e. safety glasses, steel toe boots, hardhat, reflective vest, and when necessary fall protection equipment.

The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position.

Qualifications:

1. Valid license, CDL A with airbrake endorsement.
2. Mobile Hydraulic and/or Fixed Cab NCCCO Crane Certification.
3. NCCCO Certified Crane Operator.
4. NCCCO Rigger/Signalperson Certification preferred but not required.
5. High School Diploma or GED preferred.
6. Clean driving record for the past 5 years.
7. Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
8. Minimum 3-5 years crane and rigging experience.
9. Ability to work long hours and perform repetitive lifting, carrying, climbing, and walking. Repetitive lifting could be 40 or more pounds at any one time.
10. Ability to work long hours and 5-6 days a week in all environmental conditions.
11. Good work ethic, punctuality and alertness.
12. Ability to follow all company, NCCCO, DOT, OSHA, and MiOSHA safety rules.
13. Mechanical -- Knowledge of equipment, machines and tools including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

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