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Boom Truck Crane Operator

Elite Contracting Group
Petersburg, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2026

Elite Contracting Group offers exceptional career opportunities, industry leading pay, and the opportunity to work in high profile environments.  Consider joining a team dedicated to safety, quality workmanship, and service that is second to none!  Elite Contracting Group provides consistent hours and has never laid employees off or reduced work hours in our nearly 30 years in business.  Take the first step in becoming an Elite team member by applying today!

Benefits and Perks

  • Guaranteed hours with Industry leading pay
  • Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Short-term Disability, Life insurance, and Paid Time Off
  • Out of town travel bonus pay

 Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Ensure all work is performed according to safety standards with a focus on quality customer service
  • Perform pre-trip and pre-operation inspections to ensure optimal performance and safety
  • Transfer loads to jobsites
  • Read and interpret load charts, blueprints, and lifting plans to determine appropriate lifting methods and procedures
  • Communicate effectively with ground crew, signal persons, and other team members to coordinate lifting and placement tasks
  • Operate crane to lift, maneuver, and place materials and equipment in designated location
  • Troubleshoot and address any issues or malfunctions with crane equipment promptly, reporting any issues immediately
  • Maintain detailed records of crane operations, including load weights, lifting times, and maintenance activities 
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
  • Proven experience operating cranes
  • Thorough knowledge of crane mechanics, load charts, and safety procedures
  • Ability to read and interpret load charts, blueprints, and lifting plans
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a team
  • Excellent problem solving skills and strong attention to detail
  • Valid Class A CDL License
  • Must be able to work in all outdoor weather conditions
  • Certification as a Mobile Crane Operator through the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators
Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time
  • Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 70 pounds of material
  • Must be able to walk, bend, kneel, reach and climb
Additional Requirements:
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and limited weekends
  • Must be willing to travel as needed
  • Must maintain a satisfactory background record
  • Must be able to pass a drug test as required by transportation regulations

Elite Contracting Group ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources.

Elite Contracting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace by both policy and practice. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition. Elite Contracting Group’s employment and personnel practices conform to all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination. While the Company is committed to following this principle in every facet of employment, all employees share in the responsibility to promote and foster a favorable work environment.

*Elite Contracting Group does not offer relocation on any of our positions

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