Crane Lift Director - Vernon, TX
About The Position
Join a structural steel contractor supporting the construction of a large-scale data center in Vernon, TX. This position serves as the Crane Lift Director, providing leadership and oversight for crane operations, critical lifts, rigging activities, and structural steel erection throughout the project. The Crane Lift Director will work closely with crane operators, riggers, ironworkers, superintendents, and project leadership to ensure all lifting operations are properly planned, coordinated, and executed in accordance with OSHA regulations, industry standards, and project-specific lift requirements.
Requirements
- Current NCCCO (CCO) Lift Director Certification
- Experience directing crane operations on commercial or industrial construction projects
- Experience developing and executing lift plans and critical lift plans
- Strong knowledge of crane load charts, rigging practices, and crane setup requirements
- Working knowledge of OSHA crane and derrick regulations
- Experience coordinating crane operators, riggers, signal persons, and field supervision
- Working knowledge of OSHA Cranes & Derricks in Construction (29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC)
- Working knowledge of NCCCO Lift Director Responsibilities
- Working knowledge of Critical Lift Planning
- Working knowledge of Crane Load Charts & Capacity Calculations
- Working knowledge of Crane Setup & Ground Bearing Requirements
- Working knowledge of Structural Steel Erection
- Working knowledge of Crane & Rigging Operations
- Working knowledge of Qualified Rigger & Signal Person Requirements
- Working knowledge of Hoisting & Material Handling Operations
- Working knowledge of Lift Path Planning
- Working knowledge of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) Development
- Working knowledge of Pre-Lift Planning & Coordination
- Working knowledge of Construction Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Working knowledge of Data Center Construction
- Working knowledge of Contractor Coordination & Field Communication
Nice To Haves
- Data center construction experience
- Structural steel erection experience
- Critical lift planning experience
- Qualified Rigger and/or Signal Person Certification
- Experience supporting multiple crane operations simultaneously
Responsibilities
- Serve as the onsite Crane Lift Director for all crane and lifting operations
- Develop, review, and approve lift plans and critical lift plans
- Coordinate daily lifting activities with project supervision and field personnel
- Verify crane setup, ground conditions, crane capacities, and lift configurations
- Review crane load charts and ensure lifts remain within allowable operating limits
- Coordinate crane operators, riggers, signal persons, ironworkers, and superintendents
- Monitor structural steel erection and material placement activities
- Ensure compliance with OSHA crane regulations and project-specific lifting requirements
- Conduct field observations and audits of lifting operations
- Participate in pre-lift meetings and pre-task planning activities
- Identify lifting hazards and implement corrective actions before work begins
- Maintain documentation related to lift planning and crane operations
- Promote safe lifting practices and a proactive safety culture throughout the project
Benefits
- Per Diem: $125/Day (7 Days Per Week for Non-Local Candidates)
- Completion Bonus: $150/month
- Pay Frequency: Weekly
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
