Marine Crane Operator

Gage Marine - Boat Sales; Williams Bay (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Overtime and rotational opportunities

Benefits package

Employee discounts

Training and certification support

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Gage Marine in Wisconsin seeks a Marine Crane Operator & Crew Lead to safely operate articulating boom cranes aboard barges and to lead pier crews during marine construction and offseason projects.

The role requires strong leadership, sound judgment, and a commitment to safe operating practices. Responsibilities include inspections, load and weather checks, and coordinating rigging teams.

Qualifications

• Current certification to operate an articulating boom crane.
• Experience operating cranes in marine/offshore environments.
• Experience leading crane or deck crews.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening and drug testing.
• Ability to work extended shifts including weekends.
• Able 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.
• Verify load weights, rigging configurations, crane capacity, weather, and vessel stability.
• Participate in maintenance talks, safety meetings, and incident reporting.
• Install and remove seasonal piers, lifts and lake items.

Skills

Crane operation

Crew leadership

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Weather awareness

Job description

Marine Crane Operator & Crew Lead

Gage Marine is seeking an experienced

Description

Marine Crane Operator & Crew Lead 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