Crane Operator - Steel Distribution

North Shore Steel • Beaumont, TX

19h • Onsite

About The Position

North Shore Steel & Affiliates are trusted, industry-leading metals service centers with more than 65 years of experience supporting customers across the Gulf Coast and nationwide. With locations in Houston and Beaumont, we provide a full range of structural steel products and value-added processing services, cutting, machining, forming, rolling, and fabrication, helping customers across construction, energy, industrial, and OEM sectors move faster and build with confidence. Our legacy is rooted in reliability, craftsmanship, and long-term relationships.
Crane Operator – Distribution Center
Beaumont, Texas
Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM Start Time
We are seeking an experienced Crane Operator to join our Distribution team in Beaumont. This is a critical, hands-on role responsible for safely moving steel material throughout our facility to support production and customer fulfillment.
This is a weekday position with a consistent 7:00 AM start, offering stability and routine for professionals who value steady work and predictable hours.
If you take pride in precision, safety, and teamwork; and you enjoy operating heavy equipment in a fast-paced industrial environment, we want to talk with you.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of crane operating experience in steel, industrial, manufacturing, or distribution environments
• Strong understanding of crane capacities, rigging practices, and load securement
• Ability to calculate material weights and assess safe lifting parameters
• High attention to detail and strong safety awareness
• Clear verbal communication skills
• Dependable, steady, and team-oriented work style

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of overhead crane systems, including pendulum controls, wire ropes, hooks, and accessory equipment
• Safely operate overhead cranes to move large, heavy, and uniquely shaped steel materials
• Verify material identification, tag numbers, and heat numbers before movement
• Calculate material weights and select appropriate crane capacity for safe handling
• Coordinate wth riggers to properly secure loads prior to movement
• Maintain constant awareness of surroundings and clearly communicate before moving material
• Report equipment issues, unusual noises, or operational concerns immediately
• Support inventory accuracy through stock checks and physical counts
• Participate in ongoing safety training and team meetings
• Assist in training and mentoring teammates as needed

Benefits

• Full-time employees receive a full benefits package that includes multiple Major Medical plan options, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life, Short-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, and HSA options for qualifying plans.
• We also provide Long-Term Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D coverage at no cost to you.
• You’ll also enjoy our competitive holiday schedule, PTO program, and a Safe Harbor 401(k) with company contributions to support your long-term financial goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed