Operator / Crane

Saber Power, LLC; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability

Short-term disability

Life insurance

401K with Matching

Flexible benefits account

Great work environment

Job summary

Saber Power Services, LLC, a Houston-based EPC and high voltage construction company, seeks a safety-focused Crane Operator to join our field team in Rosharon, Texas. You will operate mobile and fixed cranes, inspect equipment, follow OSHA and site safety protocols, read lift plans, and coordinate with rigging crews to ensure precise placements on substation projects.

Applicants should hold NCCCO certification and have 3+ years of crane operating experience; CDL Class A is preferred, and travel

Qualifications

• Current NCCCO certification (Telescopic Boom – Swing Cab and/or Lattice Boom preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years’ crane operating experience, ideally in high voltage, utility, or heavy civil construction.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 1926 Subpart CC and ANSI crane safety regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret lift plans and crane load charts.
• Familiarity with rigging techniques and hand signals.
• CDL Class A preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile and/or fixed cranes to lift, move, and position large equipment for high voltage substation and transmission projects.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and pre-operation checks per OSHA and manufacturer requirements.
• Coordinate with rigging crews, signalpersons, and site supervisors to ensure lifts are safe and efficient.
• Interpret load charts and plan lifts in coordination with the project team.
• Maintain lift logs and equipment maintenance records.
• Follow all safety protocols near energized components.

Skills

NCCCO certification

Crane operation

Crane safety knowledge

Lift planning

Rigging

CDL Class A

Job description

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Operator / Crane

Full Time Rosharon, TX, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2361

Saber Power Services, LLC, (SPS) located in Houston, TX is a nationally recognized full service, EPC, specialty engineering, procurement, construction and testing and commissioning company specializing in complex medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure in North America.

We are seeking a safety-focused, NCCCO Certified Crane Operator to join our high voltage construction team. This position plays a critical role in the lifting, setting, and precise placement of heavy equipment and materials on substation and transmission projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of crane operations in utility-scale environments and be comfortable working around energized equipment under strict safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate mobile and/or fixed cranes to lift, move, and position large equipment such as transformers, breakers, structures, and steel components for high voltage substation and transmission line projects.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and pre-operation checks in accordance with OSHA and manufacturer requirements.
• Work closely with rigging crews, signalpersons, and site supervisors to ensure lifts are completed safely and efficiently.
• Interpret load charts and plan lifts in coordination with the project team.
• Maintain accurate lift logs and equipment maintenance records.
• Follow all company, OSHA, and site-specific safety protocols, including maintaining required clearances near energized components.
• Assist with general substation or construction tasks as needed during crane downtime.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Current NCCCO certification (Telescopic Boom – Swing Cab and/or Lattice Boom preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience of crane operating, ideally in high voltage, utility, or heavy civil construction.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 1926 Subpart CC and ANSI crane safety regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret lift plans and crane load charts.
• Familiarity with rigging techniques and hand signals.
• Valid CDL Class A (preferred).
• Ability to pass background check, drug screen, and fit-for-duty physical.

Preferred Experience:

• Prior experience working in substations, transmission line sites, or utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Signalperson and Rigger Level I or II certifications.
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Travel may be required to job sites across multiple regions.
• Physical work including climbing, lifting, and extended periods operating equipment.

Safety is a Core Value with our organization. We work SAFELY or not at all.

• Saber has an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, short term disability, life insurance, 401K with Matching, flexible benefit account; and an outstanding work environment.

Saber Power Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.