Goldhofer Operator

TNT Crane & Rigging; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

OT opportunities

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

TNT Crane & Rigging in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Goldhofer Operator to join our Heavy Transport team. You will operate Goldhofer SPMTs, hydraulic trailers, and related equipment to move oversized and heavy loads on challenging projects.

This role requires a CDL Class A, NCCCO crane license, and willingness to travel to job sites. You must maintain strict safety standards and coordinate with project managers and riggers to ensure successful transports.

Qualifications

• Experience operating Goldhofer SPMTs or similar heavy-haul equipment.
• CDL Class A preferred.
• Strong knowledge of load securement and transport safety.
• Ability to work long hours and travel as required.
• Must hold a current NCCCO crane operating license.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Goldhofer self-propelled modular transporters (SPMTs), hydraulic platform trailers, and related heavy transport equipment.
• Transport oversized and overweight loads while maintaining safety and operational standards.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, daily maintenance checks, and basic troubleshooting.
• Assist with loading, unloading, rigging, blocking, cribbing, and securing heavy equipment.
• Work closely with project managers, lift directors, riggers, and customers to execute transport plans.
• Read and follow transport drawings, route plans, and job-specific procedures.
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations, company policies, and customer safety requirements.
• Travel to job sites as required, including out-of-town assignments.

Skills

Goldhofer SPMTs

Heavy haul equipment

Crane operations

Safety compliance

Communication and teamwork

Job description

Job Details

Location: Specialty Rigging - Houston, TX 77054
Position Type: Full Time
Job Title: Goldhofer Operator
Company: TNT Crane & Rigging

TNT Crane & Rigging is Hiring! TNT Crane & Rigging is seeking an experienced Goldhofer Operator to join our Heavy Transport team. If you have experience operating Goldhofer SPMTs, hydraulic platform trailers, or other specialized heavy haul equipment, we want to hear from you. This position offers the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most challenging heavy transport projects in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Goldhofer self-propelled modular transporters (SPMTs), hydraulic platform trailers, and related heavy transport equipment.
• Transport oversized and overweight loads while maintaining strict safety and operational standards.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, daily maintenance checks, and basic troubleshooting.
• Assist with loading, unloading, rigging, blocking, cribbing, and securing heavy equipment.
• Work closely with project managers, lift directors, riggers, and customers to execute transport plans.
• Read and follow transport drawings, route plans, and job-specific procedures.
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations, company policies, and customer safety requirements.
• Travel to job sites as required, including out-of-town assignments.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating Goldhofer SPMTs, hydraulic platform trailers, or heavy haul transport equipment.
• CDL Class A preferred.
• Strong understanding of heavy haul operations, load securement, and transport safety.
• Ability to work long hours, weekends, and travel as project demands require.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-first attitude.
• Mechanical aptitude and commitment to safety.
• Must have a current crane operating license (NCCCO).
• 3 or more years of operating hydraulic cranes required.
• Ability to operate crane by viewing hand signals.
• Good verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions and applicable safety regulations and to maintain records.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Overtime opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities
• Opportunity to work on industry-leading heavy transport projects

Join TNT Crane & Rigging and help move the impossible.