Crane Operator - (Houston, TX) – Austin Industrial (TPC Cap)

Austin Careers•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Industrial is seeking a Craft Crane Operator to operate stationary or traveling cranes and move, position, and place loads, machinery, equipment, and materials at construction sites and industrial facilities. The operator works under general supervision, follows written, verbal, or signal instructions, and ensures loads are safely attached before lifting. The role also involves inspecting, maintaining, and repairing crane equipment as needed, completing required paperwork, and working safely around site hazards.

Requirements

Maintain current NCCCO certifications to meet regulations.
Be able 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 in a fast-paced work environment.
Possess sufficient visual, hearing, communication, and motor skills to perform job responsibilities safely.
Be able to perform assigned duties while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity expectations.
Meet customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements applicable to the position.
Be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Responsibilities

Operate a crane under general supervision and control its speed and direction according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
Inspect the crane daily for safety issues and malfunctioning parts; repair as needed, and 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 and industrial sites.
Place blocks and outriggers to prevent capsizing when lifting heavy loads.
Operate crane chassis, boom, and load-line controls 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 and take action to avoid hazards and obstructions, including utility lines, equipment, workers, and falling objects.
Operate the crane according to signals from a rigger.
Start engines and operate machine throttles, switches, levers, and pedals.
Maintain current NCCCO certifications required by regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.