What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crane Operator (Houston, TX) - Austin Commercial position at Austin External?
Do you want to make a difference? Do you want to grow your career at one of the industry’s leading construction firms? Austin Commercial is currently seeking a Crane Operator for our Austin, TX Division. We set the standard for commercial construction and we’re looking for talented construction professionals to join us. Austin is 100% employee-owned, so every one of our employee-owners has a vested interest in our success. As a result, we consistently meet and exceed our customers’ expectations with our commitment to safety, service, and integrity. Join us today. We Own It!
Responsibilities:
- Operate cranes to lift and move materials safely and efficiently.
- Inspect crane equipment and components daily to ensure proper functioning.
- Interpret load charts and follow lift plans provided by site engineers.
- Communicate clearly with riggers and signal persons to coordinate lifts.
- Maintain accurate records of crane operations and inspections.
- Comply with OSHA and company safety standards at all times.
- Assist with minor crane maintenance and troubleshooting as needed.
- Support other site activities when crane operations are not required.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of experience operating cranes in commercial construction.
- Strong understanding of crane load charts, rigging practices, and safety protocols.
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions and at heights.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience operating multiple types of cranes (e.g., tower, crawler, hydraulic).
- OSHA 10 or 30 certification.
- Familiarity with Austin Commercial’s safety and operational standards.
Benefits & Compensation
We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan. We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)! To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, please go to https://www.austin-ind.com/our-company/100-employee-owned.
Austin Commercial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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About Austin Commercial
A leader in the commercial construction industry for more than 100 years, Austin Commercial delivers construction management services, and builds landmark projects such as aviation, healthcare, corporate/office, hospitality, higher education, sports/themed entertainment and semiconductor/fabrication plants.
To learn more about us, visit https://www.austin-ind.com/what-we-do/commercial.
No Third-Party Inquiries Please
This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy. The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).
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