Crane Operator - Austin Industrial (Pasadena, TX)

Austin Careers•Pasadena, TX

About The Position

Austin Industrial is seeking a Crane Operator / Heavy Equipment Operator to operate stationary or traveling cranes for lifting, moving, positioning, and repositioning loads at industrial work areas, construction sites, and industrial facilities. The operator ensures loads are safely attached before lifts and follows written, verbal, or signal instructions. The position operates under general supervision and includes daily safety inspections, equipment maintenance and repair as needed, and completion of job tickets and other required paperwork. Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; Austin Industrial cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. The role requires five years of experience operating equipment in an industrial setting, NCCCO or NCCER certification, a state-issued driver’s license, and a TWIC Card. There are no minimum education requirements. Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Five years of experience operating equipment in an industrial setting.
NCCCO or NCCER certification.
State-issued driver’s license.
TWIC Card.
Legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
Ability to perform the physical, mental, and environmental functions described, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Responsibilities

Operate a stationary or traveling crane under general supervision to lift, move, position, and reposition loads.
Manipulate crane and hoist controls according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
Ensure loads are safely attached to the crane before making lifts.
Inspect the crane daily for safety issues and malfunctioning parts; repair the crane as needed.
Clean, maintain, and lubricate equipment.
Complete job tickets, service quality summaries, and other required paperwork.
Lift, position, and place machinery, equipment, and other large objects at construction sites and industrial facilities.
Place blocks and outriggers to help prevent capsizing when lifting heavy loads.
Operate crane chassis, boom, and load-line controls to rotate the crane and raise or lower the boom and load.
Bolt boom sections together to extend or modify the boom for pile driving or high lifting.
Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
Take action to avoid hazards and obstructions, including utility lines, equipment, workers, and falling objects.
Operate the crane according to signals from the rigger.
Start engines and operate throttles, switches, levers, and pedals.
Maintain current NCCCO certifications to meet regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.