Crane Operator

Crane Operators will operate one or more cranes to move heavy equipment from one location to another location. This often entails a change in altitude from one location to the next. This position will need to be able to operate small and large hydraulic cranes.

Qualification Highlights 

• Must have current National Commission for the certification of crane operators (NCCCO) credentials for the appropriate type of crane and current Crane Operator physical. 

• Must have 5+ years’ experience as a Crane Operator. 

• Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions (see below). 

• Must be able to meet all physical requirements. 

• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet motor vehicle records check. 

• Must have all required tools. 

• Must have reliable transportation.

Position Responsibilities 

• Will operate various construction Cranes to move equipment and other materials. 

• Plan operational lifts. 

• Will inspect equipment. 

• Will be responsible for all safety aspects of operating the equipment. 

• May follow signal directions from a signaler in equipment operations. 

• Will access area of operations for safety issues and required processes and planning of equipment operations.

Required Qualifications 

• Must have experience and knowledge of operating various small and large hydraulic cranes which may include but are not limited to: Manitowoc 2250, 16000, 4100, Link belt 218, Kobelco 2500, and rough terrain (RT) cranes ranging from 15T to 140T. 

• Must have basic mechanical knowledge and illustrate the abilities to inspect equipment. 

• Must be able to illustrate load planning and lift planning. 

• Must hold a current NCCCO LBC and NCCCO TLL certification.

• Must have up to date Crane Operator physical. 

• Must know all proper hand signals. 

• Must be willing to assist in other duties while not operating a crane. 

• Must be able to follow instructions correctly. 

• Must be reliable, accountable, and consistent in performing administrative processes such as but not limited to equipment inspection paperwork. 

• Must be willing and able to follow all instructed safety regulations. 

• Must be able to make it to work on time and work the designated schedule and any overtime as needed with the proper notification.

Preferred Additional Qualification 

• Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee. 

• Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc. 

• Experience in all listed cranes above. 

• Formal/Technical education. 

Reporting to: 

This position does not have any direct reports.

Physical Requirements

• Employees will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting. 
• Will talk and hear to communicate. 
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls and tools. 
• May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs. 
• Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements. 
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/spoggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots. 

Required Tools 

Raincoat 

Rain Boots 

ZACHRYprovides a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.