Marine Crane Operator

Gage Marine Corporation; East Delavan (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k)

Paid vacation/PTO

Paid training & certification support

Employee discounts

Job summary

Gage Marine Corporation seeks an experienced Marine Crane Operator & Crew Lead to safely operate articulating boom cranes and lead pier crews during marine construction and offseason projects. This role requires strong leadership, sound judgment, and a consistent commitment to safe operating practices.

The position involves operating cranes aboard barges, coordinating crews, performing inspections, and ensuring vessel stability and safety during lifts.

Qualifications

• Current certification to operate an articulating boom crane.
• Experience operating cranes in marine, offshore, port, barge, or vessel environments.
• Experience leading crane crews, deck crews, or rigging teams.
• Ability to work safely around moving equipment, loads, and changing weather.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening (drug/alcohol, background, fitness).
• Ability to work extended shifts, weekends, and rotations as required.
• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs and work outdoors in variable weather.

Responsibilities

• Operate articulating boom cranes aboard barges and lead marine work sites.
• Lead and coordinate crew members, riggers, and other personnel.
• Conduct pre-use crane, rigging, and safety inspections; report defects or unsafe conditions.
• Verify load weights, rigging configurations, crane capacity, weather, and vessel stability before lifts.
• Participate in maintenance talks, job site analyses, safety meetings, and incident reporting.
• Install and remove seasonal piers, lifts and other lake recreation items.

Skills

Crane certification

Marine crane experience

Crew leadership

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Screening readiness

Overtime readiness

Lifting 50–75 lbs

Job description

Description

Marine Crane Operator & Crew Lead

Gage Marine is seeking an experienced Marine Crane Operator & Crew Lead to safely operate articulating boom cranes and lead pier crews during marine construction and offseason projects. This role requires strong leadership, sound judgment, and a consistent commitment to safe operating practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate articulating boom cranes aboard barges and lead marine work sites
• Lead and coordinate crew members, riggers, and other assigned personnel
• Conduct pre-use crane, rigging, and safety inspections; identify and report defects or unsafe conditions
• Verify load weights, rigging configurations, crane capacity, weather conditions, and vessel stability before lifts
• Participate in maintenance talks, job site analyses, safety meetings, and incident reporting
• Use general construction skills to install and remove seasonal piers, lifts and other recreation lake items

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience and certifications
• Bonus opportunities
• Overtime and rotational opportunities, where applicable
• Excellent benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), paid vacation/personal time
• Employee discounts on products and services
• Fun, family-oriented culture and outdoor recreation perks
• Paid training and certification support

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Current certification to operate an articulating boom crane
• Demonstrated experience operating cranes in a marine, offshore, port, barge, or vessel environment
• Previous experience leading crane crews, deck crews, or rigging teams
• Ability to work safely around moving equipment, suspended loads, changing weather, and marine conditions
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass required pre-employment screening, including drug and alcohol testing, background check, and physical/fit-for-duty requirements
• Ability to work extended shifts, overtime, weekends, and rotational schedules when required
• Ability to consistently lift 50–75 lbs. and work outdoors in variable weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications

• NCCCO or equivalent crane operator certification, where applicable
• Experience with hydraulic knuckle-boom, telescopic, pedestal-mounted, or vessel-mounted cranes
• Familiarity with vessel stability, deck loading, and marine cargo operations
• Previous knowledge of boat lifts and pier construction around Lake Geneva