Crawler Crane Operator

Ragle•Corpus Christi, TX

About The Position

Ragle Inc. is seeking a highly skilled, safety-focused Crawler Crane Operator for its Heavy Highway/Civil Construction team in Corpus Christi, Texas. The operator will operate a 250-ton lattice boom crawler crane on major infrastructure projects, including bridge girder placements, heavy concrete pours, steel erection, concrete and steel pile driving, and other complex heavy lifts. The role involves work in fast-paced, safety-critical job sites with varied terrain and weather conditions.

Requirements

Active NCCCO certification, or equivalent, for Lattice Boom Crawler (LBC) cranes.
At least 5 years of experience operating lattice boom crawler cranes of 250-ton class or larger on heavy civil or highway construction projects.
Strong knowledge of load charts, rigging practices, lift planning, and load moment indicator systems (LMI).
Ability to work safely in varying weather, terrain, and physically demanding job site conditions.
Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and communication.

Nice To Haves

Experience with bridge, highway, or large infrastructure construction is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a 250-ton lattice boom crawler crane to lift, move, and position heavy materials and equipment.
Perform daily pre-operational inspections of hydraulic systems, wire ropes, hooks, boom sections, and structural components.
Read and interpret load charts, lift plans, and crane capacities based on radius, boom length, and counterweight setup.
Assess site ground conditions to ensure crane stability and safe crane placement.
Coordinate with riggers, signal persons, and field crews using hand signals and radio communication.
Execute critical lifts in compliance with project safety standards and lift plans.
Perform routine cleaning, lubrication, and minor field maintenance as needed.
Maintain accurate daily crane logs, inspection reports, and maintenance documentation.