What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Crane Operator position at VM Ironworks & Structural Steel?
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Certified Crane Operator to join our Structural Steel team. In this vital role, you will operate a 45 ton Boom Truck with rear mounted swing cab to facilitate efficient and safe movement of heavy materials across construction sites, warehouses, and shipping & receiving areas. Your expertise in load handling procedures, rigging, and safety regulations will ensure projects progress smoothly while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your technical skills in a fast-paced environment dedicated to excellence and safety.
Duties
- Operate overhead cranes, boom trucks, hydraulic cranes, and other heavy lifting equipment with precision and safety awareness.
- Conduct load handling procedures in crane operations, ensuring proper load securing rigging methods are followed at all times.
- Implement crane operation best practices while adhering to construction workplace safety regulations and OSHA safety standards.
- Perform routine inspections of cranes and lifting equipment to identify maintenance needs or safety concerns before use.
- Coordinate with site supervisors, riggers, and materials handlers to plan lifts and execute them efficiently within project timelines.
- Secure loads properly using appropriate rigging techniques, ensuring safe transportation of materials across the worksite.
- Maintain detailed records of crane operation activities, safety checks, incident reports, and load logs for compliance purposes.
Skills
CDL LICENSE IS REQUIRED! CERTIFIED CRANE OPERATOR IS REQUIRED!
- Extensive mechanical knowledge related to cranes, hydraulics, load securing rigging methods, and materials handling equipment operation.
- Proven experience operating overhead cranes, boom trucks, forklifts, backhoes, and other heavy machinery within construction or warehouse environments.
- Strong understanding of construction site safety regulations and implementation of OSHA safety standards.
- Ability to perform routine maintenance checks on cranes and lifting gear to ensure optimal functioning.
- Skilled in rigging techniques for safe load handling and secure transportation of materials.
- Excellent knowledge of safety equipment usage including harnesses, helmets, gloves, and other personal protective gear.
- Effective communication skills for coordinating with team members during complex lifts while maintaining safety protocol adherence.
Join us as a Certified Crane Operator to be a key player in delivering safe, efficient material handling solutions that keep projects moving forward! Your expertise will help uphold our commitment to construction workplace safety while supporting the successful completion of diverse projects across multiple environments.
Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
License/Certification:
- CDL (Required)
- Crane Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $45