Operator

Weston & Sampson; Oxford (CT); On-site; USD 49,593 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership mindset

Growth opportunities

Flexible workplace

Job summary

Weston & Sampson in Oxford, CT is seeking a Crane Operator to safely operate hydraulic and electric cranes (1–20 tons) in support of well drilling, pump installation, rehabilitation, and related construction activities, while assisting field crews with lifting, loading, unloading, and positioning equipment at job sites.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, a valid CT H(b) Crane License, 1–5 years of crane operating experience, knowledge of load charts and rigging, and a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid CT H(b) Crane License required.
• 1–5 years of crane operating experience in construction, utility, drilling, or related fields.
• Experience operating cranes from 1–20 tons.
• Knowledge of load charts, rigging practices, lift planning, and jobsite hazard assessment.
• Driver's license; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic and electric cranes safely for field drilling and construction tasks.
• Perform lifting, loading, unloading, and positioning of drilling equipment and materials.
• Review lift plans, verify load weights, crane capacities, and site conditions before lifts.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections of cranes and related equipment; perform routine maintenance.

Skills

Crane operation

Rigging knowledge

Load planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CT H(b) Crane License

Job description

Weston & Sampson CMR is seeking a Crane Operator out of our Oxford, CT location. This person will be responsible f or the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of hydraulic and electric cranes, including boom truck cranes and related lifting equipment, in support of well drilling, pump installation, well rehabilitation, well maintenance, and related construction activities. This position supports field crews by lifting, loading, unloading, relocating, and positioning drilling equipment, casing, pipe, pumps, generators, tanks, tools, materials, and other project equipment.

What You’ll Do

• Work closely with riggers, signal persons, project managers, and supervisors to complete daily field tasks safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
• Safely operate hydraulic and electric cranes ranging from 1-ton to 20-ton lifting capacity in support of well drilling, pump installation, pump repair, well rehabilitation, and construction activities.
• Perform lifting and rigging activities associated with water supply wells, geothermal drilling, environmental drilling, pump installation, and related well service projects.
• Load, unload, transport, and position drilling rigs, casing, pipe, vertical turbine pumps, submersible pumps, generators, tanks, tools, materials, and support equipment.
• Review lift plans and verify load weights, crane capacities, radius limitations, site conditions, ground stability, and clearances before conducting lifting operations.
• Support well drilling and pump crews with daily mechanical and construction-related tasks when crane operations are not required.
• Coordinate with direct supervisors to organize equipment, materials, tools, and stock needed to complete daily well and pump project tasks.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections of cranes, boom trucks, wire ropes, slings, hooks, hydraulic systems, outriggers, safety devices, vehicles, tools, and other jobsite equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance, lubrication, minor repairs, and basic troubleshooting of crane and support equipment.
• Complete equipment inspection reports, maintenance logs, daily operational records, field vehicle inspections, time sheets, and other required documentation.

What You Will Bring

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Valid CT H(b) Crane License.
• Minimum of 1-5 years of experience operating cranes in construction, utility, drilling, heavy civil or industrial related field environments.
• Demonstrated experience operating hydraulic and electric cranes with lifting capacities from 1 ton to 20 tons.
• General working knowledge of crane setup, load charts, rigging practices, lift planning and jobsite hazard assessment.
• General working knowledge of gravel water supply wells.
• General working knowledge of safe handling well treatment and neutralization chemicals.
• Familiarity with OSHA requirements.
• Driver's license; CDL preferred.

Pay Range: $36.00-$40.00/hour depending on experience

Overview

At Weston & Sampson, you’ll work alongside more than 1,000 employee-owners who are passionate about improving our communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work has a direct impact on quality of life. We’re looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them.

We are a 100% employee-owned, interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services. Since our founding in 1899, we have worked to build a collaborative, forward-thinking environment grounded in respectfor each other’s ideas.

We Offer

• Meaningful work:Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments
• Ownership mindset: As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success
• Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways
• Flexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around
• Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.

Ready to transform your environment? Let’s work together.