Tower -Lauffer Crane Operator

Baker Construction; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Construction is seeking a Tower Crane Operator to hoist equipment and place loads safely on busy construction sites. The operator must inspect and maintain the crane, follow safety protocols, and work under the direction of the signaler to ensure loads are rigged correctly.

Required qualifications include NCCCO certification, a current DOT medical exam, and at least two years of crane operator experience, along with a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; minimum two years of crane operator experience.
• NCCCO Crane Certification required.
• Current DOT Medical Exam required.

Responsibilities

• Operate tower crane to lift/move construction equipment and materials by precise control.
• Follow hand signals or radio commands from signaler.
• Maintain defined operating radius and ensure it is clear.
• Rig loads correctly and keep within crane load limits.
• Assist erection, jacking and disassembly of the tower crane.
• Secure cab when not in use.
• Inspect cables, hydraulics and braking per manufacturer specs.
• Follow maintenance requirements for equipment.

Skills

Tower crane operation

Rigging

Safety compliance

Hand signals

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

NCCCO Crane Certification

DOT Medical Exam

Job description

Req ID: 8006

Travel: None

Number of Openings:1

Find a greater purpose with a team that puts people first. Baker Construction is the nation's top specialty concrete contractor. At Baker, you can count on steady work and reliable pay. When you finish one job, the next one is already lined up. You'll be able to provide for your family with confidence. Your hard work will pay off with more opportunities to train and advance.

If you have grit and determination, you'll have the support you need to achieve your dreams.

Summary

The Tower Crane Operator is responsible for hoisting equipment through direction of responsible parties and ensuring loads are properly rigged. Operator must inspect and maintain the equipment, including hydraulic lines, brakes, and cables at all times.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Tower Crane Operator will possess competency in the following areas in order to perform their role in a safe, productive, and effective manner. Note that the areas listed are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by co-workers assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.

Operates Tower Crane

• Operates tower crane to lift/move construction equipment and materials by quickly and repeatedly adjusting controls of the crane to exact positions
• Controls crane movement in response to hand signals or radio commands by signaler
• Ensures operating radius is always defined and in the clear
• Ensures loads are properly rigged and do not exceed load limits on tower crane
• Assists in erection, jacking and disassembling of tower crane
• Secures cab when not in use

Maintains Crane Equipment

• Inspects periodically and per manufacturer recommendations cables and braking mechanisms for wear and installs/replaces cables as needed
• Inspects and tightens all bolted connections on a regular basis
• Inspects all hydraulic lines for wear and leakage on regular basis
• Follows all recommended manufacturer's maintenance requirements on equipment

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent; minimum of two years of (appropriate) crane operator experience
• Required NCCCO appropriate Crane Certification
• Required current DOT Medical Exam

At Baker Construction, we welcome those who are driven to make things happen. You'll earn great pay and benefits to protect you and your family and to plan for your future. We're also a company deeply rooted in values. We put people first, honor our word, and have the grit to get the job done. Go further with a team that will value and reward your grit.

Baker is an EOE Disability/Veterans Employer.

Applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for any or part of the application process may make their requests known by emailing [e-mail] or calling 1-513-539-4000 and asking for HR.