Crane Operator

Crane Operator is responsible for operating a mobile crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. The Operator will be required to unload crane accessories from trailers or support vehicles.

• The Operator receives direction from riggers and/or site supervision via verbal or hand signals to determine required load movement.
• The Operator will be required to perform pre- and post-trip inspections along with daily and monthly equipment inspections.
• Operators also follow appropriate safety procedures and maintain logs of vehicle repair status and working hours (FMCSA).
• Operator typically works under direct supervision and is expected to work long hours with frequent sitting, standing, moving, and climbing.
• The Operator is subject to possible exposure to extreme year-round outdoor environmental conditions and may also be subject to working weekends and holidays.
• This position is based in Caroline County, Virginia and candidates will need to dispatch to jobsites, travel will be an element to this position.
• Travel will be expected and will normally last no longer than a week.

Operates various types of cranes to lift material, objects or personnel into place; drives crane to work site and properly sets up per the manufacturer’s operators manual and company rules regarding cribbing/matting, cribbing blocks or mats as required to perform job requirements of customer.

• High school diploma or GED with 1-5 years of experience.
• Perform routine maintenance
• Carry tools for running repairs
• Wears PPE safety equipment
• Properly barricades counterweight tail swing radius
• Take complete charge of all safety pertaining to set up and knockdown and operation of crane.
• Drives truck to worksites and unloads truck.
• Any other duties as assigned.

• Knowledgeable in OSHA Regulations and ANSI standards in crane operations
• Must be able to read and speak the English language
• Possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent with one to five years of experience.
• Must be able to pass a drug test and background check.
• Lifts at least 100 pounds at one time and 60 pounds for an extended period of time.
• Relocates a 12 foot stepladder without assistance.
• Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders.
• Prefer candidates with proficient oral and written communication skills, technical skills, and functional skills
• Prefer candidates with a CDL Class A license, NCCCO, TSS, TLL LAC, (LBC would be helpful but not required)