CERTIFIED CRANE OPERATOR

Knife River • Waco, TX

114d

About The Position

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Knife River's crane operator will safely operate rough terrain hydraulic cranes to transfer heavy objects from one location to another. An RT crane, or rough terrain crane, is a mobile crane designed to work in challenging conditions like uneven ground or tight spaces.

Requirements

• NCCCO crane certification or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years' Experience operating RT Mobile Cranes
• Rigging expertise.
• Experience working around heavy highway construction jobsites
• Accuracy and attention to details.
• Knowledge of OSHA Regulations and ANSI Standards in Crane Operations.
• Proficient in oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate RT hydraulic cranes.
• Setup machinery based on complex manuals.
• Calculate load capacity, determine weight of loads in relation to the manufacturer's load chart specifications, whether it's on a construction jobsite or in a facility.
• Inspect the crane to ensure its safety on a daily basis for defects, wear and maintenance prior to operation. Report deficiencies promptly to supervisor.
• Inspect and assess ground conditions to ensure the crane is set up safely.
• Inspect clearances, overhead lines and other objects to ensure no accidents or damages occur.
• Hoist, position and place machinery, equipment or other large objects at construction sites and industrial facilities.
• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
• Coordinate with ground crew and other operators to interpret all forms of signal-hand, verbal and radio.
• Maintain activity logs and records of service.
• Inspect rigging and remove damaged equipment from service.
• Wear required PPE at all times.
• Willingness to travel as work dictates.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees