Crane Operator

J Benton Construction•Jenks, OK

5d•Onsite

About The Position

J. Benton Construction, LLC is more than a construction company—we are a team of builders committed to delivering exceptional project experiences while giving back to the Virgin Islands community where we live and work. Our mission is to be recognized as one of the leading construction companies in the Caribbean through an unwavering focus on customer service, quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Since 2019, J. Benton has been in a strategic partnership with Consigli Construction Co., Inc., one of the Northeast’s top general contractors. This collaboration allows us to leverage shared expertise, complementary strengths, and national-level resources to deliver best-in-class projects throughout the region. We are proud to call the U.S. Virgin Islands our home and to build projects that make a lasting impact on our community—while offering our employees meaningful careers with opportunities to grow.

Requirements

NCCCO (or equivalent: NCCER, CIC, OECP) Crane Operator Certification
Minimum of 2+ years of crane operation experience in construction environments
Proven experience operating heavy equipment, including cranes
Working knowledge of rigging practices, load charts, and lift planning principles
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification (or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe)
Strong understanding of equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, and safety protocols
High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience with critical lifts and multi-crane operations
Familiarity with drafting and interpreting lift plans

Nice To Haves

Experience operating mobile cranes (All Terrain, Rough Terrain, Crawler, and Truck-Mounted cranes)
Ability to operate multiple equipment types (excavators, dozers, loaders, skid steers, forklifts)
Experience in heavy commercial or industrial construction environments
CDL and/or TWIC credential, or ability to obtain

Responsibilities

Operate cranes to safely lift, move, and place materials, equipment, and structural components in accordance with approved lift plans
Lead pre-lift planning activities by reviewing load weights, rigging configurations, and site conditions
Execute precision lifts while maintaining full situational awareness of personnel, equipment, and environmental factors
Coordinate with riggers and signal persons to ensure safe and efficient lifting operations
Perform excavation, grading, and material handling activities to support project execution
Load and unload equipment from trailers and transport vehicles following established safety protocols
Conduct daily inspections of cranes and heavy equipment, ensuring proper functionality and identifying maintenance needs
Perform basic preventive maintenance and promptly report mechanical issues to maintenance teams
Ensure compliance with all company, OSHA, and site-specific safety requirements, maintaining a safety-first culture
Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and field teams to support timely and efficient project delivery