Safety Manager Equipment Operator| Rochester, MN

HazTek • Rochester, MN

4d • $90,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Join a company that’s dedicated to building a culture of safety and excellence. HazTek is hiring a highly skilled and safety-driven Construction Crane Operator to support lifting operations on active construction sites. This role is critical to maintaining a safe work environment while executing precise and efficient crane operations. The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional situational awareness, strong communication skills, and a proactive commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of construction safety experience
• Experience operating cranes on commercial or industrial construction projects
• High level of situational awareness, attention to detail, and risk assessment ability
• Proven ability to read and interpret load charts, lift plans, and crane capacity manuals
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Embody HazTek's Core Values of Integrity, Compassion, Dependability, Leadership, Accountability

Nice To Haves

• NCCCO (or equivalent) Crane Operator Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Verify rigging configurations and ensure all loads are properly secured
• Maintain clear, constant communication with spotters, riggers, and signal persons
• Establish and maintain a secure lifting zone.
• Monitor weather conditions, site activity, and environmental risks
• Exercise stop-work authority when safety concerns or hazards are identified
• Perform daily pre-operational inspections of crane components
• Ensure wire rope is properly seated and all mechanical systems are functioning safely and efficiently
• Report equipment deficiencies promptly and coordinate necessary maintenance or repairs
• Review lift plans, blueprints, and load charts to determine appropriate crane configuration, counterweight requirements, and safe lifting capacity
• Safely operate cranes to lift, move, and position materials with precision while strictly adhering to load limits and manufacturer specifications
• Ensure proper boom setup, swing radius awareness, and safe load path planning
• Identify and mitigate hazards such as overhead power lines, obstructions, and congested work areas
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with OSHA and company safety standards
• Adhere to all federal, state, and site-specific safety regulations and protocols
• Participate in safety meetings, audits, and ongoing training initiatives

What This Job Offers

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