Crane Operator - Austin Industrial (La Porte, TX)

Austin Bridge & Road•La Porte, TX

About The Position

The Crane Operator operates a stationary or traveling crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. The operator ensures loads are safely attached before lifts and moves products, equipment, machinery, materials, and other large objects at construction sites and industrial facilities. The role also includes maintaining and inspecting crane equipment, completing required paperwork, and working safely around site hazards while meeting accuracy, safety, quality, and productivity expectations.

Requirements

Five years of experience operating equipment in an industrial setting.
NCCCO or NCCER certification.
Valid driver's license.
TWIC Card.
Legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; the employer cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
Ability to perform the physical tasks listed, including sitting, standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, and using hands and fingers.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds where required.
Ability to work at elevations, on uneven surfaces, or in confined spaces where required.
Sufficient visual, hearing, communication, and motor skills to safely perform job responsibilities.
Ability to read, comprehend, and follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies; exercise sound judgment; solve problems; maintain attention to detail; manage stress; and adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to work in industrial and construction environments with weather conditions, temperature extremes, noise, dust, fumes, moving equipment, vibration, and other site-specific hazards.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and meet applicable customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements.
Ability to perform all job duties while maintaining a commitment to safety, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities

Operate a crane under general supervision.
Use crane controls to regulate the speed and direction of crane and hoist movements in response to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
Repair the crane as needed.
Inspect the crane daily for safety issues and malfunctioning parts.
Clean, maintain, and lubricate equipment.
Complete job tickets, service quality summaries, and other required paperwork.
Lift, position, and place machinery, equipment, and other large objects at construction sites and industrial facilities.
Place blocks and outriggers to prevent capsizing when lifting heavy loads.
Operate levers and pedals to rotate the crane on its chassis and raise or lower the boom and load-line.
Bolt boom sections together to extend or modify the boom for pile driving or high lifting.
Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
Avoid potential hazards and obstructions, including utility lines, equipment, workers, and falling objects.
Operate the crane according to signals from the rigger.
Start engines and operate throttles, switches, levers, and pedals.
Maintain current NCCCO certifications to meet regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.