Crane Operator - Austin Industrial (La Porte, TX)
About The Position
Austin Industrial is hiring a Crane Operator in La Porte, Texas. The role operates stationary or traveling cranes to lift, move, position, and reposition loads; ensure loads are safely attached; and move products, equipment, or materials in industrial work areas and at construction sites. The operator works under general supervision and follows written, verbal, or signal instructions, including signals from a rigger. The position also involves inspecting, cleaning, maintaining, lubricating, and repairing crane equipment as needed, and completing job tickets, service quality summaries, and other required paperwork. Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States. Austin Industrial cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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; visa sponsorship is not available.
- Ability to perform the listed physical activities, 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 when required.
- Ability to work at elevations, on uneven surfaces, or in confined spaces when required.
- Sufficient visual, hearing, communication, and motor skills to perform job responsibilities safely.
- 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 wear required personal protective equipment and meet applicable customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and productivity expectations.
Responsibilities
- Operate a crane under general supervision, controlling its speed and direction according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
- Ensure loads are safely attached before lifting and operate the crane according to signals from a rigger.
- Inspect the crane daily for safety issues and malfunctioning parts; repair the crane as needed.
- Clean, maintain, and lubricate equipment.
- Complete job tickets, service quality summaries, and other necessary paperwork.
- Lift, position, and place machinery, equipment, or other large objects at construction sites and industrial facilities.
- Place blocks and outriggers to prevent capsizing when lifting heavy loads.
- Operate chassis controls, boom, and load-line to rotate the crane and raise or lower the boom and load.
- Bolt boom sections together to extend or modify the boom for pile driving or high lifting.
- Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy, taking precautions around utility lines, equipment, workers, falling objects, and other hazards or obstructions.
- Start engines and operate throttles, switches, levers, and pedals.
- Maintain current NCCCO certifications to meet regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
