Crane Operator

MasTec Inc • Lakeland, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

MasTec Civil is hiring a Crane Operator in Lakeland, Florida. This skilled craft position operates cranes on heavy construction projects and may move among a variety of tasks as project workflow requires. The operator works under Lift Director supervision with crews on heavy and civil construction projects involving roadway and bridge work, including pile driving, beam erection, demolition, concrete construction, steel erection, and other heavy lifting activities. Equipment may include all-terrain, rough-terrain, mobile crawler, hydraulic cranes, and boom trucks.

The Crane Operator is responsible for safe equipment operation, inspections, routine maintenance, lift planning and execution, and compliance with applicable OSHA requirements. The role also includes general labor and other duties as needed, supporting other operators, and working as part of a team across various shifts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree.
• At least 5 years of experience lifting and placing concrete by bucket, prefabricated bridge beams, precast bridge deck panels, rebar, concrete pipe, and metal forming components.
• NCCCO or NCCER certification.
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively, including responding to radio commands and standard hand signals.
• Knowledge of crane operation, inspection, maintenance, rigging, load limits, and applicable OSHA requirements.
• Ability to operate various mobile cranes safely with minimal supervision and handle multiple tasks.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and task-oriented.
• Ability to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
• Willingness to assist with other duties as required and work various shifts in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of cranes under Lift Director supervision on heavy/civil, roadway, and bridge construction projects.
• Follow lift communications and instructions using radio commands and ASME B30.5 standard hand signals.
• Inspect cranes and equipment daily, complete required inspection reports, identify and report deficiencies, perform minor repairs and routine maintenance, and request mechanic support when needed.
• Maintain visual and radio contact with ground operators and respond promptly and clearly to questions and instructions.
• Maintain the crane's Load Chart and Operations Manual in the cab and demonstrate proficiency using load charts and crane computer configurations within equipment limitations.
• Participate in lift planning and execute approved Lift Plans.
• Inspect and select appropriately rated rigging and crane appurtenances, ensuring lifts are within equipment load limits and correctly rigged.
• Demonstrate safe pre-start and post-start inspections, maneuvering, shutdown, and securing procedures.
• Operate mobile cranes safely with minimal supervision while managing multiple tasks and understanding crane controls, operating characteristics, and emergency responses.
• Take responsibility for safety aspects of crane operation and comply with OSHA crane-operation requirements.
• Climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
• Perform general labor and other duties as required when not operating a crane.
• Support other crane operators, including working overtime when needed and assisting with training or monitoring junior operators.
• Work collaboratively across various shifts and contribute to the day-to-day functioning of the team.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increases.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with plan choice and coverage options for spouse, domestic partner, and children.
• Diabetes management, telehealth coverage, and prescription drug plan.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program.
• Group legal plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED