Certified Crane Operator (GTC)

Pike • Marietta, GA

56d • Onsite

About The Position

Certified Crane Operator is a skilled position in the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical transmission systems. This role requires travel to Florida and other states/locations. The operator will be responsible for operating boom trucks and cranes safely during new construction, maintenance, or repair work on energized and de-energized overhead lines. Additionally, the role involves maintaining company vehicles, equipment, and tools, and performing other related duties as required to complete the job. This includes inspecting the crane, cribbing, and outriggers, as well as driving and overseeing the setup of the crane or boom truck.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Class A CDL.
• Must possess a crane certified operator’s card.
• Must possess a DOT certification.
• Reads load charts and rigging.
• Knows correct rigging techniques.
• Must be willing to learn all aspects of linework.
• Must be competent in writing up lift plans.
• 3-5 years of experience required.
• Must be able to travel on short notices, including staying out of town when required.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Able to frequently use hand tools: wrenches, hammer screw drivers.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Must be able to work or be exposed to oil, grease, dirt, mud, dust, diesel fuel, etc. on a daily basis.
• Must be able to work or be exposed to poison ivy, oak ticks, etc. on a seasonal basis.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.
• Must learn the task/duties of a Groundman, Class C Lineman, and Heavy Equipment Operator.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.
• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

Nice To Haves

• 5-10 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates boom trucks and cranes.
• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.
• Inspects the crane or boom truck.
• Inspects cribbing and outriggers.
• Drives and operates the cranes and boom trucks.
• Oversees the setup of the crane or boom truck.
• Assist Foreman and crew with: Shovel dirt, Tamp pole holes, Frame poles when not operating the crane or boom truck.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed