Crane Operator - Santee, SC

McLean Contracting Company•Summerton, SC

3d•$36 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

McLean Contracting Company is seeking experienced crane operators for a joint venture project in Santee, South Carolina. Operators may work with marine, crawler, and hydraulic cranes and are responsible for safely and accurately operating and maintaining assigned cranes. The role may also involve operating additional construction equipment as needed. Candidates should have experience driving pile with different hammers and using a clamshell bucket. Current NCCCO LBC certification is required; friction crane operating experience is a plus. The position requires observing load rigging or hookup, determining load safety, and operating within load-chart parameters. Operators place loads within fine tolerances, use pile hammers, extractors, and various bucket types, regulate crane and hoist movement with controls, and operate equipment smoothly and in a controlled manner. They use appropriate hoisting attachments and clean and maintain the crane and hoisting mechanism. The listed duties and qualifications are representative rather than exhaustive; a complete job description will be provided to qualified applicants. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Five or more years of experience driving pile with different hammers.
Experience using a clamshell bucket.
Current NCCCO LBC/LAT crane certification.
Five years of relevant experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to pass DOT physical screenings.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Friction crane operating experience.
High school diploma, GED, or trade school education is preferred.

Responsibilities

Observe load rigging or hookup and determine whether loads are safe.
Operate within the parameters of the load chart.
Place loads within fine tolerances and operate pile hammers, extractors, and various bucket types.
Use crane controls to regulate the speed and direction of crane and hoist movement.
Operate cranes smoothly and in a controlled manner.
Use hoisting attachments such as hooks, slings, electromagnets, or buckets as required by the load.
Clean and maintain cranes and hoisting mechanisms.
Operate additional construction equipment as needed.