Crane Operator-Erection

Metromont LLC•Winchester, VA

16d•$28 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for operating large mobile cranes on jobsites for lifting precast units, equipment, and materials. Metromont LLC has been one of the leaders in the construction industry for nearly a century and is currently accepting resumes to be part of our dynamic team! Metromont was founded in 1925 on the principles of faith, honor, and passion, and almost 100 years later, those values are still the foundation of who we are and everything we do. A third-generation company with nearly 1,500 associates across six manufacturing facilities in South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Virginia, and Texas, Metromont is a leader and pioneer in the engineering and manufacturing of precast concrete. Most of all, we’re a trusted partner, working side-by-side with our customers from the earliest stages of project design through turnover of the completed structure. In addition to the production of precast concrete, Metromont provides our customers with complementary design and engineering, hauling, erection, and field services to support their full construction needs. Across the eastern seaboard, the southeast, and even as far west as Arizona, our customers rely on us to provide innovative precast solutions and the best quality for their parking structures, data centers, multifamily housing, office buildings, warehouses, schools, and stadiums. And we do, because a trusted partner is who we are – and who we’ve been for nearly a century.

Requirements

Working knowledge of crane and crane mechanics
Able to work on a team
Knowledge of data entry software
Knowledge of inventory management software
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Ability to access and descend from the cab of the crane
Basic reading, writing, and math skills
Critical thinking skills
Active listening skills
Above average hand/eye coordination
Able to adapt to changes in work schedules, tasks, or processes
Values and demonstrates safe working behaviors
Must be properly licensed to operate 300-ton Crawler Crane

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

Determine load weights and check them against lifting capabilities to prevent overload.
Inspect cables, pins and sheaves for wear or damage. Install or replace as needed.
Responsible for moving crane in and out of jobs working closely with A/D supervisor to assure the crane is put together and taken apart safely.
Work closely with erection foreman to ensure safest and most productive way to approach erecting the job.
Assure that the crane is setup on developed stabilized crane road pad and is within 1% of level.
Responsible for daily inspection to ensure safe operation.
Contact field operations whenever technical help necessary for new crane parts and repairs.
Maintain daily work log and maintenance log.
Must be willing to travel and stay out of town though workweek as well as work hours deemed necessary to keep job on schedule.
Must adhere to all Metromont and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Housekeeping as necessary to maintain work area, tools, and equipment in a clean and orderly manner.