Crane Operator

CRANE OPERATOR

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lift and precisely place unique, irreplaceable loads with cranes, including flight hardware, ground support equipment, and construction materials


• Tilt, turn, and flip suspended loads to maneuver over, under, and/or around obstacles using multipoint suspension techniques


• Operate a variety of cranes, including rough terrain (RT), crawler, lattice, and hydraulic


• Evaluate and safely perform complicated lifts, including high weight/height, unknown center of gravity, or multiple cranes


• Perform daily and monthly inspections and maintenance on cranes and mobile equipment


• Inspect, procure, and replace lifting and rigging equipment for the site


• Assist the fabrication and test teams with overhead crane operations


• Assist with rigging, driving forklifts, and other tasks as needed while not operating cranes

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate


• National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) Crane Operator Certification


• 5+ years of experience operating crawler cranes and hydraulic cranes; or 2+ years of crane operation experience with 3+ years of experience as a certified rigger

PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of rigging experience as a certified rigger


• Experience with delicate lifting operations (e.g., in wind farms, power plants, or oil refineries) is highly preferred


• Experience with teardown and assembly of rough terrain and mobile lattice crawler cranes


• NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) rigging certification


• NCCCO certifications: Lattice boom crane (LAT), telescopic boom cranes—swing-cab (TLL), telescopic boom cranes—fixed-cab (TSS), rigger level 1 (RIG-1)


• Understanding of all rigging equipment—shackles, straps, slings, rope, hoists, etc.


• Ability to calculate and determine appropriate lifting equipment


• Strong working knowledge of lifting signals and communications


• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities in a fast-paced, challenging work environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform job duties requiring standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, and climbing hand-over-hand


• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted and work on ladders/lifts at elevated heights


• Typically requires work in extreme outdoor environments (heat, cold, rain)


• Work in environments with exposure to fumes, odors, and noise


• Schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility required


• Valid driver's license