Operator Crane NCCER Plus

Position Summary: 

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 a 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.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Required Qualifications 

• Must have experience and knowledge of operating various small and large hydraulic cranes which may include but 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 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

• Employee 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 of 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. 

CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSES REQUIRED *

• NCCCO - Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes (LBC)
• NCCCO - Telescopic Boom Cranes—Fixed Cab (TSS)
• NCCCO - Telescopic Boom Cranes—Swing Cab (TLL)