LBC Crane Operator

LPR Construction Co.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

LPR Construction Co. is seeking a Journeyman Crane Operator to support erection and equipment setting on job sites. You will operate hydro and friction cranes, follow safety policies, and coordinate with the crew to move loads, perform maintenance, and set up or tear down crane operations across multiple projects.

Required 6000+ hours of crane operation, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel. NCCCO/NCCER crane certification is preferred to join our team on this construction-focused

Qualifications

• Journeyman crane operator with at least 6000 hours of on-the-job seat time.
• Current driver license with a good driving record.
• Willingness to travel to/from and between projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydro and friction cranes for erection of structures or setting of equipment.
• Repair and maintain crane equipment as needed; assist with major repairs.
• Tear down and set up of crane; move between locations.
• Talk to foremen and supervisors; study plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
• Keep monthly maintenance logs and report repairs to Equipment Manager.

Skills

Crane operation

Safety compliance

Load charts knowledge

Team communication

Rigging knowledge

Education

NCCCO/NCCER crane operator certification

Driver's license

Job description

Under supervision, the Crane Operator is responsible for operation of hydro and friction cranes for erection of structures or setting of equipment in or on structures. May repair and maintain equipment in addition to other duties**Luffer experience required**Star Date: November 9, 2026Required SkillsLearn and follow LPR’s safety policies.Take actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, and falling objects.Adjust levers and depress pedals to control attachments such as boom, loads, man-baskets, and ball.Start engines, move throttles, switches, and levers, and depress pedals to operate machines such as friction and hydro cranes.Locate underground services, such as pipes and wires, and overhead potential hazards prior to beginning work.Align machines, loads, or overhead gauge markers with reference stakes and guidelines or ground, or position equipment following hand signals of other workers. Know load charts, and wind charts in accordance with safe operating procedures.Drive and maneuver equipment, remove and place loads and distribute materials and equipment to designated areas.Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.Repair and maintain equipment, making emergency adjustments or assisting with major repairs as necessary.Responsible for tear down and set up of crane and move in and out of crane from one location to the next.Talk to foremen and supervisors, and study instructions, plans, and diagrams, in order to establish work requirements.High level working knowledge of safe practices for load and crane rigging.Keep records of material and equipment usage, and problems encountered. Responsible for monthly maintenance logs, making sure they are turned in to Equipment Mgr. in a timely manner.Responsible for reporting any needed repairs to job GF/Superintendent and Equipment Mgr. and help facilitate repairs for crane that is being operated by operator.Perform related duties as assignedRequired ExperienceJourneyman Crane Operator must have at least 6000 hours of on the job seat time for types of cranes that will be operated.NCCER or NCCCO Mobile Crane operator certification covering type of crane being operated preferredCurrent driver license with a good driving recordValid drivers’ license (with driving record acceptable to our insurance carrier) and ability to travel to/from and between projects.Be part of LPR’s Team!LPR is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.