Crane Operator

LPR Construction Company • Birmingham, AL

17d • Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, the Crane Operator operates hydro and friction cranes to erect structures or set equipment in or on structures. The role may also include repairing and maintaining equipment, along with other assigned duties. The position is located in Birmingham, Alabama, starts ASAP, and is scheduled for seven months, with an opportunity to transfer to the next job. The work schedule is five 10-hour days. The position offers a weekly $750 per diem and travel pay. Medical and insurance benefits are available. Bonus payouts are 40 hours after one year, 80 hours after two years, and 120 hours after five years; paid holidays are available after one year.

Requirements

• Experience with hydro cranes.
• NCCCO TLL certification.
• High-level working knowledge of safe practices for load and crane rigging.

Responsibilities

• Operate friction and hydro cranes to erect structures or set equipment.
• Take actions to avoid hazards and obstructions, including utility lines, other equipment, workers, and falling objects.
• Start engines and use throttles, switches, levers, and pedals to operate cranes.
• Locate underground services and identify overhead hazards before starting work.
• Align machines, loads, or overhead gauge markers with reference stakes and guidelines, or position equipment in response to coworkers’ hand signals.
• Use load charts and wind charts in accordance with safe operating procedures.
• Coordinate crane actions with other activities and position or move loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
• Repair and maintain equipment, make emergency adjustments, and assist with major repairs as necessary.
• Communicate with foremen and supervisors and review instructions, plans, and diagrams to establish work requirements.
• Maintain records of material and equipment usage and problems encountered.
• Complete monthly maintenance logs and submit them to the Equipment Manager in a timely manner.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly $750 per diem and travel pay.
• Medical and insurance benefits available.
• 40-hour bonus payout after one year.
• Paid holidays after one year.
• 80-hour bonus payout after two years.
• 120-hour bonus payout after five years.
• Opportunity to transfer to the next job.

What This Job Offers

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