Crane OperatorThe Crane Operator is responsible for safely operating and maintaining swing cab telescoping boom cranes and related lifting equipment required for assigned jobs. This position holds a current NCCCO Swing Cab Telescoping Boom Crane certification (or equivalent) and is responsible for ensuring that all applicable OSHA, ASME B30.5, and company safety standards are followed at all times and that any safety concerns are reported immediately. The Crane Operator will ensure that the work area is safe and everyone around the work area is not at risk.
This position will report to the General Foreperson and Manager for the site. Will also be responsible for ensuring that proper safety guidelines are followed at all times and report any safety concerns immediately. The Equipment Operator will ensure that the work areas are safe and everyone around the work area is not at risk.
This position will report to the General Foreperson and Operations Manager.Key Responsibilities Essential Functions:Performs pre-shift and post-shift crane inspections per ASME B30.5 and OSHA ; reports necessary repairs to the crane, carrier, and all associated lifting/rigging equipmentCoordinates work for crew membersWorks with climber and groundman to rig and de-rig loads; sets up and travel-configures the crane on job sites including outrigger deployment on stable, prepared surfaces; secures all equipment for transport on carrierPerforms routine preventive maintenance on the crane to keep it in clean, safe, and manufacturer-specified mechanical conditionReads and interprets load charts, boom angle indicators, and radius measurements to determine safe working loads prior to each liftParticipates in daily job briefings and safety meetingsOperates swing cab telescoping boom cranes to lift, position, and place loads as directed by the lift plan and signal personOperates and services crane components including hydraulic systems, outriggers, load lines, boom sections, anti-two-block devices, load moment indicators, and all associated rigging equipmentSafeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around work areasSets up barriers, warning signs, flags, and markers to protect employees and publicObtains consent from property owners to conduct workTrains new personnelMaintains a current NCCCO Swing Cab Telescoping Boom Crane certification (or equivalent recognized certification) at all times during employmentCommunicates clearly with signal persons, riggers, and ground crew using standard hand signals and/or radio; maintains awareness of all personnel in the swing radius at all timesKeeps informed on new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practicesOperates crane in proximity to energized power lines in accordance with OSHA Table A clearance requirements; ensures all personnel are briefed on electrical hazard controls prior to lifts near energized equipmentConducts pre-lift planning meetings and reviews written lift plans for all critical and standard lifts; verifies load weights, rigging configurations, and site conditions prior to each operation; accountable for the safety and quality of all lift operationsConfigures boom sections, jib attachments, and counterweight arrangements; makes adjustments to load line reeving and block configurations; verifies rigging and load information against load chart limits and troubleshoots crane system problemsOperates crane controls manually and through computerized crane management systems, rated capacity indicators (RCIs), and anti-two-block systemsSecondary Functions:Provides recommendations for maintaining and improving environmental performanceTransports crane and carrier on public roadways and maintains proper awareness of surroundingsDuties and responsibilities may change with or without noticeDuties and responsibilities can be assigned as necessaryQualifications Skills and Competencies:Must be able to wear and utilize PPEMust possess a current, valid NCCCO Swing Cab Telescoping Boom Crane certification or equivalent recognized certification (e.g., NCCER Crane Operator, OSSA, or state-recognized equivalent); must be able to operate a swing cab telescoping boom crane and/or safely drive a carrier vehicleMust be able to operate all crane controls, load moment indicators, anti-two-block devices, and rigging hardware required on job siteMust be able to traverse uneven terrainMust be able to enter and exit equipment/vehicles numerous times a dayMust be able to withstand exposure to elements throughout the year (heat, cold, rain, and other weather conditions)Must have good vision and be attentiveMust be able to verbally communicate with other crew members and fully understand instructions and informationMust have transportation to and from the startup locationMust have a valid Driver's License (CDL preferred for carrier/transport operations)Must be able to meet all physical requirements of the positionPass all drug and alcohol screens as required by Company policy and, if applicable, required by DOT regulationsBe at least 18 years of age, or 21 if CDL is requiredLegally authorized to work in the United StatesPreferred:Minimum of two (2) years of crane operator experience operating swing cab telescoping boom cranesNCCCO Swing Cab Telescoping Boom Crane Certification (or equivalent: NCCER Crane Operator, OSSA, or state-recognized equivalent)Familiarity with ASME B30.5, OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC, and applicable state crane regulationsCommercial Driver's License (CDL) for carrier/transport operations