Crane Operator

Prince Contracting, LLC • Deerfield Beach, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Crane Operator operates a crane and hoisting mechanism, following written, verbal, or signal instructions to control the speed and direction of crane and hoist movement. The operator observes load hookups, assesses load safety, and may attach loads to the hook or another crane accessory. The role also includes cleaning and maintaining the crane and hoisting mechanism, inspecting for defective parts, and notifying a supervisor of defects or malfunctions. Other duties may be assigned. The listed duties describe the general nature and level of the work and are not exhaustive; personnel may be asked to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities as needed.

Work is performed outdoors in Florida heat and rain, around heavy highway traffic. The role requires the ability to stand, kneel, walk, lift, bend, stoop, push, and pull for long periods. The expected schedule averages ten hours per day, five days per week, and occasionally six days per week.

Requirements

• Ability to stand, kneel, walk, lift, bend, stoop, push, and pull for long periods.
• Ability to work an average of ten hours per day, five days per week, and occasionally six days per week.
• Ability to work outdoors in Florida heat and rain and around heavy highway traffic.

Responsibilities

• Observe load hookups and determine whether loads are safe.
• Operate crane controls, including pedals, levers, and buttons, to regulate crane and hoist speed and direction according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
• Clean and maintain the crane and hoisting mechanism.
• Inspect the crane for defective parts and notify a supervisor of defects or malfunctions.
• Attach loads to the hook or another crane accessory before operating the crane, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including duties outside normal responsibilities when needed.

What This Job Offers

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