Crane Operator

Turner Industries•Westlake, LA
•Onsite

About The Position

Turner Industries is seeking a Crane Operator with NCCCO certification for a position in the Lake Charles, Louisiana area. The operator operates power-driven machinery used to move dirt or other materials and may operate equipment such as a backhoe, bulldozer, crane, dragline, front-end loader, motor grader, cherry picker, or dump truck. This is a non-exempt role. Duties are assigned according to specific procedures, and work is checked frequently. The operator controls equipment using hand and foot levers, interprets hand signals, reads load charts, and may assemble or disassemble equipment or materials on construction projects. The role may involve operating on uneven surfaces, performing equipment maintenance, and ensuring rigging has proper inspections and color codes. Additional assignments may be given by a supervisor. Final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience. Depending on employment status, benefits include health, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment (ADD), voluntary life and ADD, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, telehealth access, and an employee assistance program.

Requirements

  • NCCCO certification.
  • Commercial driver's license (CDL).
  • Knowledge of current rigging inspection color codes.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must complete a post-offer drug and alcohol screen and physical evaluation, and sign acceptance of the company Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy.
  • Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace.

Responsibilities

  • Operate power-driven machinery used to move dirt or other materials, potentially including a backhoe, bulldozer, crane, dragline, front-end loader, motor grader, cherry picker, or dump truck.
  • Move equipment controls using hand and foot levers.
  • Interpret hand signals to determine where materials should be placed.
  • Read and interpret load charts.
  • Assemble or disassemble equipment or materials on construction projects as needed.
  • Operate equipment on uneven working surfaces when required.
  • Perform equipment maintenance, including cleaning, greasing, and oiling machines or equipment.
  • Ensure rigging has proper inspections and color codes.
  • Perform additional assignments as directed by a supervisor.
  • Comply with company and client job-site safety requirements.

Benefits

  • Health benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Accidental death and dismemberment (ADD) benefits
  • Voluntary life and ADD benefits
  • Disability benefits
  • Leaves of absence
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Telehealth access
  • Employee assistance program
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