Lattice Boom Crane Operator — Pile Driving Specialist

Standard Constructors, Inc; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Constructors, Inc. is seeking a Pile Driver Crane Operator to join our heavy civil team. You will operate lattice boom cranes with live brake, rig and drive piling for foundations, bridges, and marine structures while following safety procedures.

Minimum 3–5+ years of crane experience, NCCCO certification, and OSHA safety credentials are required. You will coordinate with supervisors and ground crews to ensure precise placements and safe operations on job sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5+ years operating heavy crawler or lattice boom cranes configured for pile driving.
• Hands-on experience with H-piles, pipe piles, sheet piles, and concrete/timber pilings.
• NCCCO certification with Lattice Boom Crawler (LBC) and/or Telescopic Boom designations.
• Current OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour Construction Safety certification.
• Rigging and signalperson certification preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of crane load charts, soil conditions, and pile driving dynamics.
• Clear communication and ability to stay calm under high-pressure conditions.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all safety codes at all times.
• Safely operate crawler or lattice boom cranes equipped with hydraulic, vibratory, diesel, or impact hammers and piling leads.
• Rig, hoist, and maneuver heavy pilings and equipment into leads with precision.
• Drive pilings for retaining walls, bulkheads, and foundations for structures such as buildings, bridges, and piers.
• Monitor load charts, ground stability, dynamic loads, and clearances from overhead utilities or adjacent structures.
• Read and interpret load charts, lift plans, and project specifications to drive piles to exact locations and depths.
• Conduct pre- and post-operational crane inspections, routine lubrication, minor field maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
• Report malfunctioning equipment to supervisors and assist other craft workers as needed.
• Assist crew in assembling, rigging, and disassembling crane booms, leads, power units, and hammer attachments.

Skills

NCCCO Certification (LBC)

OSHA 10/30 Safety

Rigging & Signalperson cert (preferred

Load chart interpretation

Communication under pressure

Safety hazard awareness

Job description

Standard Constructors, Inc. is seeking a Pile Driver Crane Operator to join our heavy civil team. You will operate lattice boom cranes with live brake, rig and drive piling for foundations, bridges, and marine structures while following safety procedures.

Minimum 3–5+ years of crane experience, NCCCO certification, and OSHA safety credentials are required. You will coordinate with supervisors and ground crews to ensure precise placements and safe operations on job sites.