Traveling Crane Operator

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS); Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) is seeking an experienced Traveling Crane Operator to support our construction projects. The role requires operating cranes for pile driving, tandem lifts, and critical lifts with a strong emphasis on safety and precision.

This project is out of state and will require travel for 12+ months. The ideal candidate will have NCCCO certifications (LBC, TLL, TSS), 5+ years of heavy construction crane experience, and solid lift planning and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of crane operating experience in heavy construction.
• Experience with pile driving, tandem lifts, and critical lifts.
• Willing to work nights and weekends as needed.
• NCCCO Certifications required (LBC, TLL, TSS).
• Strong communication and lift planning skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes safely and efficiently for construction activities.
• Perform pile driving, tandem lifts, and critical lifts per project specifications.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained and safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Collaborate with site supervisors and rigging teams to execute lifts accurately.
• Identify and resolve issues that arise during construction projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Load charts

Rigging

Lift planning

Safety awareness

Communication

Tools

NCCCO Certifications (LBC, TLL, TSS)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Traveling Crane Operator to work on our construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operating cranes for complex projects, including pile driving, tandem lifts, and critical lifts. This role requires precision, safety awareness, and the ability to work in challenging environments. This project is out of state and will require travel for 12+ months.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes safely and efficiently for various construction activities

• Perform pile driving, tandem lifts, and critical lifts according to project specifications

• Ensure that all equipment is properly maintained and that safety procedures are followed at all times

• Collaborate with site supervisors and rigging teams to execute lifts accurately

• Identify and resolve issues that arise during construction projects

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of crane operating experience in heavy construction

• Proven experience with pile driving, tandem lifts, and critical lifts

• Must be willing to work nights and weekends as needed

• NCCCO Certifications required, including LBC, TLL, TSS

• Strong understanding of load charts, rigging, and lift planning

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze project data and identify trends and opportunities for improvement

• A commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)