Crane Operator

Job Description Summary

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What impact you’ll make
As a member of the operations team, you will be an active contributor to the safe, efficient, and precise movement of heavy components, ensuring production timelines are met while maintaining the highest standards of site safety

Job Description

What you’ll do

• Operate cranes (with up to 275T capacity) to safely lift, move, position, and relocate heavy components.
• Safely manage complex lifts using our shop floor rail-mounted cranes, including 275T, 72T, 50T, and auxiliary smaller-capacity units.
• Perform daily pre-shift inspections of crane equipment, hoists, cables, and rigging gear to ensure operational integrity.
• Coordinate effectively with riggers, spotters, and ground personnel using standardized hand signals or radio communication.
• Adhere strictly to all OSHA standards and site-specific safety policies.
• Report any mechanical issues or maintenance needs to supervisors or the maintenance department immediately.
• Monitor load capacities and ensure all lifts remain within rated limits per load charts.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safe crane operation.

What you’ll bring (Basic Qualifications)

• Valid crane operator certification.
• Previous experience in heavy manufacturing or construction environments, specifically with high-capacity overhead or gantry cranes.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret load charts, capacity ratings, and rigging instructions for overhead lifting equipment.
• Must be available to work 1st shift (5:00am-1:30pm) or 2nd shift (3:00pm-11:30pm)
• Willingness to work overtime as needed to support business operations.

What will make you stand out

• You have a passion for safety excellence and promoting a "safety-first" mindset in a fast-paced shop environment.
• You are someone who brings strong spatial awareness and high attention to detail while maneuvering loads in tight or busy assembly areas.
• You have direct experience operating heavy-lift overhead cranes in the 200T+ range.

Pay Transparency

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the base pay for this position is will be $21.75/hr. - $39.50/hr.

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For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 02, 2026.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays. New hires also two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.