Crane Operator

Zachry Group • Alvin, TX

4d

About The Position

Industrial Crane Operators operate one or more cranes to move heavy equipment and other materials between locations, sometimes changing elevation. The position requires operating friction and rough-terrain (RT) cranes, planning lifts, inspecting equipment, and addressing safety requirements for equipment operations. Operators may take directions from a signaler and may assist with other duties when not operating a crane.

The role requires current crane-operator certifications appropriate to the equipment, a current DOT physical, and at least five years of crane-operator experience. Operators must follow instructions and safety regulations, complete administrative processes such as inspection paperwork reliably, and work the designated schedule and overtime as needed with proper notification.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a crane operator.
• Current National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO/CCCO) credentials appropriate to the crane type; specified certifications include Telescopic Boom Cranes—Fixed Cab (TSS) and Telescopic Boom Cranes—Swing Cab (TLL).
• Current DOT physical.
• Experience and knowledge operating various cranes, potentially including Manitowoc 2250, 16000, 4100; Link Belt 218; Kabelco 2500; and RT cranes ranging from 25T to 140T.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to inspect equipment.
• Ability to perform load planning and lift planning.
• Knowledge of proper hand signals.
• Ability to follow instructions correctly and comply with safety regulations.
• Reliability, accountability, and consistency in administrative processes such as equipment inspection paperwork.
• Ability to arrive on time and work the designated schedule and overtime as needed with proper notification.
• May be required to have a valid driver's license and pass a motor vehicle records check.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including passing a visual acuity assessment and wearing required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee.
• Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
• Experience operating all listed cranes.
• Formal or technical education.

Responsibilities

• Operate various construction cranes to move equipment and other materials.
• Plan operational lifts and load plans.
• Inspect crane equipment and complete related inspection paperwork.
• Be responsible for safety aspects of operating equipment and follow instructed safety regulations.
• Assess work areas for safety issues and plan equipment operations and required processes.
• Follow signal directions from a signaler when operating equipment.
• Assist with other duties when not operating a crane.
• Work the designated schedule and overtime as needed with proper notification.

What This Job Offers

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