What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Lift Crane Operator position at RMS Cranes?
RMS
Position: Heavy Lift Crane Operator
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Reports to: Branch Manager
RMS is looking to add experienced full-time heavy lift crane operator for a project in Santa Teresa, NM. The following are a list of requirements. You must meet all the requirements below to be considered for this position.
Experience operating the following crane:
- Must have a current crane operating license (NCCCO) LBC.
- Liebherr LR 1600 with Derrick Boom and Luffing Jib. Experience required 5 years.
- Liebherr LR 1700 Main Boom. Experience required 5 years.
- Current New Mexico State License Conventional (Lattice Boom) Class I license preferred.
- OSHA 10
- Must be a member of the International Union Of Operating Engineers or join the union.
Compensation based on experience and 7 days a week Per Diem
Summary: Ensures safety first, along with safe lifting of the load, proper set-up of crane, while maintaining Customer focus. Follows all State and Federal laws while operating motor vehicles. Follows all safety and environmental policies while performing the job task.
Responsibilities:
- Operate complex equipment safely and efficiently according to company safety and policies.
- Completes Field Ticket and turn it into local branch office. If other chargeable equipment was utilized on the job, make sure to write it down on the Field Ticket.
- Completes payroll book daily with the hours worked. Hours must be reported to the local branch office no later than 8:00 a.m. every Monday.
- Periodically reviews assigned crane and other model cranes service and operation manuals.
- Be able to read, interpret, and calculate the load percentage by utilizing the load charts of the crane’s owner and operation manual.
- Be able to program the crane's computer in proper set-up mode, set-up crane on location in a safe and professional manner.
- Understands and can perform proper rigging techniques to ensure safe lifting of the load.
- Inspect crane and fill out daily and monthly inspection report before operating the vehicle. Turns in inspection report to the local branch office.
- Performs other job duties as assigned.
Skills Required:
- Good verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions, applicable safety regulations, and to maintain records.
- Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems.