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 position reports to the Branch Manager. The operator prioritizes safety, safe load lifting, proper crane setup, and customer focus; complies with applicable state and federal motor-vehicle laws and company safety and environmental policies; and maintains equipment, job, payroll, and inspection records. The role also involves preparing equipment for upcoming assignments, assisting with safe-operation training, and completing shop and yard tasks. TNT offers a competitive salary, health benefits, paid vacation, per diem, and opportunities for overtime.

Requirements

Current state-issued Commercial Driver License (CDL).
Current crane operating license (NCCCO).
At least 3 years of experience operating hydraulic cranes.
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 before the end of each shift and prepare the necessary rigging and equipment.
Complete Field Tickets, record other chargeable equipment used, and submit tickets to the local branch office.
Complete the payroll book daily and report hours to the local branch office by 10:00 a.m. each Monday.
When not assigned to a job, inform the supervisor and inspect, clean, and maintain equipment productively.
Carry and promptly answer phones or pagers.
Assist with training in safe crane operation.
Periodically review service and operation manuals for the assigned crane and other crane models.
Clean, inspect, and reorganize shop and yard equipment; clean the shop and wash the rack and break room.
Read and interpret crane load charts and calculate load percentages using the crane owner's and operation manuals.
Program the crane's computer for the proper setup mode and set up the crane safely and professionally at job locations.
Confirm the signal person understands and uses proper hand signals before lifting a load.
Apply proper rigging techniques to ensure safe load lifting.
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.
Follow applicable state and federal motor-vehicle laws and company safety and environmental policies.
Perform other job duties as assigned.