Travel Lift & Crane Operator — Safe, Precise Lifts

Wells Concrete; Hillsboro (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid holidays

Job summary

Wells Concrete is seeking a Travel Lift Operator to safely operate crane equipment and move precast products within the yard. The role emphasizes proper rigging, inspection, and adherence to safety protocols to minimize risk and ensure accurate placements.

Ideal candidates will be safety-conscious, dependable, and able to communicate clearly with maintenance and production teams. The position supports yard efficiency and requires readiness for physically demanding work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Safety-conscious equipment operator with crane or heavy lifting experience.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to follow procedures.
• Strong communication with crews, supervisors, and maintenance teams.
• Ability to learn forklift operation and heavy lifting equipment.
• Solid understanding of rigging practices and load safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Operate travel lift and crane equipment safely for product handling and placement.
• Perform daily equipment inspections to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Identify and report maintenance needs; coordinate with maintenance staff for repairs.
• Execute proper rigging practices and verify load capacities before lifts.
• Assist with stripping, yarding, and loading product in the yard.
• Follow all safety procedures while working at heights and around heavy equipment.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Dependable

Detail-oriented

Confident

Communicates well

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Rigging practices

Load safety

Crane operation

Job description

Wells Concrete is seeking a Travel Lift Operator to safely operate crane equipment and move precast products within the yard. The role emphasizes proper rigging, inspection, and adherence to safety protocols to minimize risk and ensure accurate placements.

Ideal candidates will be safety-conscious, dependable, and able to communicate clearly with maintenance and production teams. The position supports yard efficiency and requires readiness for physically demanding work in a dynamic environment.