NCCCO Certified Crane Operator

SST Direct; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus up to $10,000

ESOP company as of 2024

Direct hire

Home nightly with daily travel

Job summary

SST Direct is hiring a Mobile Crane Operator to safely operate a mobile hydraulic crane on a specialized chassis at residential and commercial jobsites. Daily travel to jobsites with occasional Saturdays is required, and you will be home nightly.

This safety-sensitive position requires extensive crane experience, construction safety knowledge, and teamwork with installation crews to complete projects safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• NCCCO Crane Certification required.
• CDL-A or CDL-B license required.
• Clean MVR and current driving record.
• Experience operating mobile cranes in a construction environment.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to recognize safety hazards and make sound decisions while operating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile hydraulic crane to lift and move wall panels and other materials according to job requirements.
• Drive crane truck to and from job sites.
• Review jobsite conditions and identify potential safety concerns before setup.
• Communicate with Install Foreman and Truck Drivers regarding jobsite operations.
• Stop work when unsafe conditions are identified.
• Set up crane by placing cribbing under outriggers to ensure safe operation.
• Prepare crane setup areas by shoveling dirt and stone as needed.
• Follow crane signals and instructions from installation crews.
• Break down and secure crane equipment at the end of each job.
• Inspect, clean, maintain, and lubricate crane and related equipment.

Skills

NCCCO Certification

CDL License

Clean MVR

Cranes Experience

Tape Measure

Teamwork

Safety Awareness

Outdoor Work

Physical Fitness

Crane Signals

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Mobile Crane Operator

Up to $10,000 Signing Bonus
Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time
Schedule: 40–50 hours/week | Overtime and occasional Saturdays required based on operational needs
Travel: Daily travel to jobsites; typically home every night

Position Overview

We are seeking a Mobile Crane Operator to safely operate a mobile hydraulic crane mounted on a specialized chassis to lift and move materials at residential and commercial jobsites.

This is a safety-sensitive position requiring experience operating cranes, strong knowledge of construction safety practices, and the ability to work closely with installation crews to safely complete projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile hydraulic crane to lift and move wall panels and other materials according to job requirements.
• Drive crane truck to and from job sites.
• Review jobsite conditions and identify potential safety concerns before setup.
• Communicate with Install Foreman and Truck Drivers regarding jobsite operations.
• Stop work when unsafe conditions are identified.
• Set up crane by placing cribbing under outriggers to ensure safe operation.
• Prepare crane setup areas by shoveling dirt and stone as needed.
• Follow crane signals and instructions from installation crews.
• Break down and secure crane equipment at the end of each job.
• Inspect, clean, maintain, and lubricate crane and related equipment.
• Follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• NCCCO Crane Certification required.
• CDL-A or CDL-B license required (CDL-A preferred).
• Clean MVR and current driving record.
• Experience operating mobile cranes in a construction environment.
• Ability to understand and follow crane hand signals.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to recognize safety hazards and make sound decisions while operating equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 30 pounds frequently.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and twist throughout the workday.

Preferred Experience

• Residential or commercial construction experience.
• Concrete construction experience preferred.
• 2+ years of commercial tractor or heavy vehicle driving experience.
• 1+ year of crane operation experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; relevant experience may substitute.

Benefits

• Direct hire opportunity.
• Up to $10,000 signing bonus.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company as of 2024.
• Home nightly with daily travel to jobsites.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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