Crane Operator

TNT Crane & Rigging•Warfield, TX

89d•Onsite

About The Position

TNT Crane & Rigging Inc. is hiring experienced, full-time crane operators for its Midland, Texas branch. The Crane Operator reports to the Branch Manager. The role prioritizes safety, safe load lifting, proper crane setup, and customer focus. Operators must comply with state and federal motor vehicle laws and follow safety and environmental policies while performing their duties. The position includes preparing equipment and rigging for upcoming assignments, completing field tickets, payroll records, and vehicle inspection reports, and maintaining crane, shop, and yard equipment. Operators must interpret crane load charts, program and set up the crane, verify proper signaling, and use safe rigging techniques. The company offers a competitive salary, health benefits, paid vacation, per diem, and the opportunity to work overtime.

Requirements

Current state-issued Commercial Driver License (CDL).
Current crane operating license (NCCCO).
At least 3 years of hydraulic crane operating experience.
Ability to operate a crane by viewing hand signals.
Good verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions and applicable safety regulations and maintain records.
Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems.

Responsibilities

Review upcoming job assignments at the end of each shift and prepare necessary rigging and equipment.
Complete field tickets, document any additional chargeable equipment used, and submit tickets to the local branch office.
Complete a daily payroll book and report hours to the local branch office by 10:00 a.m. every Monday.
When not assigned to a job, notify the supervisor and inspect, clean, and maintain equipment.
Carry and promptly answer a phone or pager.
Assist with training in safe crane operation.
Periodically review service and operation manuals for assigned and other crane models.
Clean, inspect, and reorganize equipment in the shop and yard; clean the shop, wash rack, and break room.
Read, interpret, and calculate load percentages using crane load charts in the owner's and operation manuals.
Program the crane's computer in the proper setup mode and set up the crane safely and professionally at the job site.
Confirm that the signal person understands and uses proper hand signals before lifting a load.
Use proper rigging techniques to ensure safe lifting of loads.
Inspect the crane, truck, and/or trailer and complete a vehicle inspection report before operating the vehicle; submit the report to the local branch office.
Perform other job duties as assigned.