3676 - Crane Operator - Heavy

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Proctor, AR

About The Position

Overland Contracting Inc., a Black & Veatch company, is hiring a heavy crane operator to operate cranes rated at 90 tons or above in accordance with manufacturer and industry standards. The operator uses mechanical boom-and-cable or tower-and-cable equipment to safely lift and move materials, machines, and other objects. This is a full-time craft position on construction projects, and safety is a central requirement of the work. The operator plans lifts, uses capacity charts, responds to hand, verbal, and other signals, and monitors loads and equipment indicators. The role includes inspecting, cleaning, and maintaining cranes and rigging equipment; completing required inspection records; coordinating with other crafts; and participating in pre-job planning and safety processes. Operators must hold the required qualification documentation and current Medical Examiner’s Certificate while working. Work takes place in a typical construction-site environment and may involve cramped or cluttered spaces, awkward positions, hazardous equipment, temperature extremes, inclement weather, and distracting noise. The role may require hard physical labor for shifts of up to 12 hours.

Requirements

Multiple years of experience working as an operator is strongly preferred; a strong working knowledge of crane operation and rigging is required.
Working knowledge of equipment capabilities and limitations.
Ability to read, understand, and implement the operations and safety manuals for each piece of equipment operated, including requirements related to safety, operation, and maintenance.
Knowledge of crane signals, rigging techniques, and rigging limitations.
Pass a written examination on general crane knowledge, including use of capacity charts, and demonstrate operating ability through a practical test.
Pass the Federal Department of Transportation physical for a commercial driver’s license under Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Section 391.41; an executed Medical Examiner’s Certificate must be on file before operating.
At least 18 years of age.
Ability to complete applicable pre-employment onboarding, which may include background checks, drug screening, and a motor vehicle records search.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds; stand, kneel, bend, stoop, and move in confined, cluttered, and uneven areas; and climb and maintain balance on steel frameworks, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
Ability to work shifts of up to 12 hours performing hard physical labor and work in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.
Ability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; perform repetitive movements; and meet the job’s required range of motion and flexibility.
Ability to see and hear naturally or with correction.

Nice To Haves

NCCCO Lattice Boom Crawler (LBC) certification.
NCCCO Lattice Boom Truck (LBT) certification.
NCCCO Telescopic Boom Crane Swing Cab (TLL) certification.
NCCCO Telescopic Boom Crane Fixed Cab (TSS) certification.
NCCCO Tower Crane (TWR) certification.
CIC Small Telescoping Boom certification.
CIC Medium Telescoping Boom certification.
CIC Large Telescoping Boom certification.

Responsibilities

Operate cranes rated at 90 tons or above in accordance with manufacturer and industry standards.
Plan lifts, use capacity charts, and lift and move materials and other objects safely.
Inspect rigging and equipment daily, including cables and grappling devices; assist with installing or repairing cables as needed.
Respond to hand, verbal, and other commands; monitor load travel, alarms, boom-angle indicators, and drum-rotation indicators, and take appropriate action to protect people and property.
Control crane and hoist speed and direction according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
Clean, grease, and oil cranes, cables, and hoisting mechanisms; follow equipment inspection and maintenance schedules.
Complete daily crane inspections, ensure monthly and annual inspections are complete, and confirm the pre-lift safety checklist is completed before a lift.
Keep required equipment qualification documentation and a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate on their person.
Participate in safety programs, pre-job planning, safety discussions, site-specific training, and incident investigations as needed.
Identify and report hazards, accidents, and near misses; take corrective action and use stop-work authority when needed.
Follow safety rules, lockout/tagout procedures, jobsite policies, and Company Code of Conduct; maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Communicate effectively, coordinate work with other crafts and co-workers, and provide on-the-job training or mentoring to helpers and laborers.
Read and understand plans, specifications, equipment and safety manuals, rigging tables, and load capacity charts; visualize two-dimensional drawings in three dimensions.
Complete OSHA-required daily and monthly inspection reports and plan and lay out crane work.
Observe equipment and systems for hazards or a need for adjustment, repair, or replacement; examine field conditions, identify problems or cost-saving measures, and report issues to supervision.
Perform other actions necessary to accomplish the principal duties and accountabilities.