Crane Operator

Overview

Are you ready to operate top‑tier cranes on exciting projects across industries such as construction, oil and gas, and power plants? As a Crane Operator I, you’ll safely mobilize and operate Link Belt Cranes to pick, move, and place large objects with precision.

You’ll be a key part of our team, working in diverse industries like industrial construction, oil and gas, and aggregate. We’re looking for someone with experience in crane operation, a passion for customer service, and a strong understanding of industrial and oil and gas operations. Flexibility for extended hours and travel to various job sites is required.

• Perform day‑to‑day activities required by the customer and Operations Management and ensure all required inspections, rig‑up/rig‑down, and emergency situations are resolved safely, timely, and efficiently.
• Control the rigging, lifting, moving, and positioning of loads on the crane.
• Observe and ensure loads are safely attached and that weight loads and lifting capacities are within proper limits.
• Perform routine safety inspections and continuously inspect crane cables and hooks, replacing worn parts.

• Prolonged sitting, talking, hearing, reading, and writing.
• Walking, using hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reaching with hands and arms; climbing ladders and stairs; crawling, kneeling or lying down.
• Lift and/or move up to 75 pounds unassisted.
• Work in confined spaces.
• Work extended hours and potential shift work.
• Perform duties on‑site in all types of weather.
• Breathe effectively while wearing a respirator.
• Wear safety equipment per OSHA/MSHA requirements, including steel‑toed or metatarsal shoes, hard hat, lanyard, fire‑retardant clothing, protective eyewear, etc.

• A minimum of 0–5 years of crane services experience or equivalent/relevant education and experience preferred.
• Proficiency with at least one crane‑associated application (e.g., wireline, general construction, snubbing, etc.) preferred.
• Entry level to some experience in operation of some sizes of cranes.
• Class B CDL required;
  Class A CDL preferred.
• NCCCO certification or equivalent operator certification with an updated physical card.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with RX coverage.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Short‑/long‑term disability.
• Paid time off (as outlined in the applicable benefit summary) and 7 paid holidays.
• Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out‑of‑town work.
• Employee‑focused work environment with on‑the‑job mentoring, internal job postings, performance and salary reviews, employee feedback program.
• Safety‑first and drug‑free work environment with bonuses and incentives for working safely, company‑provided tools and basic safety equipment, PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors.
• Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays.
• Overtime available as applicable.
• Advancement through tailored employee career paths.
• Financial tools and programs to help employees reach financial goals, manage money, reduce debt, and save for the future.