Crane Operator

Mortenson • Pampa, TX

10d

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking a Crane Operator to operate cranes as directed and specified while adhering to the company’s safety policies and procedures. The role includes maintaining an orderly work area, performing routine equipment maintenance, monitoring equipment for malfunctions, and following work plans and pre-task cards. The operator will work with people of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels and perform other duties as assigned.

This position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of related experience in trades specific to the job requirements, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. It involves repetitive hand, arm, and leg movements and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds. Loads over 50 pounds must be handled with assistance from another team member or equipment.

Mortenson offers a range of benefits for eligible Non-Craft and Non-Union Craft employees working 25 or more hours per week. Visa sponsorship is not offered; applicants must already be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least three years of related experience in trades specific to the job requirements, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to move levers, shift gears, depress pedals, and maneuver a steering wheel to operate cranes.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Knowledge of cranes and their uses.
• Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication.
• Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, ability to work independently, active listening skills, and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, arm, and leg movements.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds; heavier loads require assistance from another team member or equipment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of cranes while following prescribed safety regulations.
• Maintain housekeeping in a clear and orderly fashion in the assigned area.
• Perform routine maintenance, including lubricating, fueling, and cleaning equipment.
• Observe equipment operation to detect machine malfunctions.
• Follow work plans and pre-task cards.
• Work effectively and build relationships with people of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost.
• Dental plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a Mortenson match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• No-cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.
• Gym membership discount program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED