Crane Operator Journeyman- 80-180 Ton

MasTec IndustrialAbernathy, TX
Onsite

About The Position

MasTec Industrial, along with sister companies Casey Industrial and Phoenix Industrial, has served the power industry since 1947. We support utilities, developers, and municipalities with EPC services and project development expertise. Ranked by ENR as the #1 Power Contractor, we specialize in natural gas, oil, biomass, and waste-to-energy projects. Our team brings over 30 years of experience in utility and industrial systems, including simple and combined cycle plants and reciprocating engines. We’re committed to delivering quality, safety, and value at every project phase, from concept to operations. At MasTec Industrial, we invest in top talent and foster a respectful, inclusive environment where employees thrive as innovative leaders. The MasTec Industrial market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do. MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. The Crane Operator operates lifting equipment. May be required to oversee rigging operations on assigned crane.

Requirements

  • Be knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project specific regulations.
  • When on-site, actively participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors.
  • Set a personal example of safe behavior.
  • Up to Date DOT Physical.
  • Ability to obtain, through evaluation, the certification to operate project site mobile cranes.
  • Each employee must provide Safety Toe Boots.
  • Follow all state, company, client, OSHA, and federal guidelines regarding health and safety.
  • Each employee is to practice and maintain good “House Keeping” by cleaning up their work area and jobsite after each task.
  • Knowledge of equipment safety, maintenance, and storage.
  • Knowledge of manufactures load charts and how to interpret.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work with limited supervision.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently in order to understand equipment load charts, prepare written orders, read safety topics, etc.
  • Additional knowledge and skill requirements may vary by assignment.
  • Other may duties may be assigned

Responsibilities

  • Operate mobile crane and move materials to various locations in a safe and effective manner.
  • Participate in all lift planning as required.
  • Inspect, rig, and ensure that rigging applications and/or attachments are configured in accordance with the load chart and manufacturer guidelines, prior to lifting loads.
  • Properly calculate lifting capacities, deductions, and center of gravities.
  • Inspect, clean, and perform operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with Manufactures recommendations and Casey company and project recommendations.
  • Closely interact with the installation crews for movement of materials and equipment.
  • Perform daily safety checks to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
  • Follow related safety regulations, OSHA Rules, contract requirements, company policies, and operating procedures.
  • Complete necessary documentation, reporting, and limited office duties.
  • Fully Understand Plant North and drawing coordinates.
  • Work under production schedule pressure.
  • Attain set standards of accuracy.
  • Must have the ability to take direction from a higher skilled worker or foreman.
  • Must have basic knowledge of the construction processes involved in heavy industrial construction.
  • Support project with other tasks as directed by supervision.
  • May be required to assist in activities and help other crews with tasks not related to operating a crane.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • 401k
  • Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
  • Legal Services
  • Subsistence- based on company policy if residence of record is 60 miles or greater from the project site.
  • Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
  • Diabetes Management
  • Telehealth Coverage
  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • Weight Management Drug Discount
  • Discounted National Gym Membership Network
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
  • Emergency Travel Assistance Program
  • Group legal plan
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