Lead Heavy Equipment and Mobile Crane Operator

Blue View Builder•San Diego, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Heavy Equipment and Mobile Crane Operator for projects in the San Diego and surrounding area. The role involves safely lifting, moving, and placing materials and equipment while supporting excavation, grading, and construction activities on commercial, infrastructure, marine, or industrial sites. Operators use mobile cranes and a range of heavy construction equipment and follow lift plans, load charts, signals, site instructions, and applicable safety requirements. This is a physically demanding outdoor role involving prolonged sitting or standing in equipment cabs and exposure to noise, dust, heights, and varying weather. Operators must maintain balance and coordination and respond quickly to signals and hazards. Various shifts, early starts, occasional weekends, and overtime may be required. The employer offers medical, dental, vision, a pension retirement plan, paid time off, an employee discount, and profit sharing.

Requirements

Valid NCCCO or MCO MAC 50 (or equivalent accredited) Mobile Crane Operator certification for all-terrain carry deck cranes, TLL, and TSS.
At least 4 years of experience operating heavy equipment and mobile cranes in construction, marine, industrial, USMC, or similar environments.
Valid California Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with applicable endorsements and a current medical examiner’s certificate (DOT physical).
Ability to read and interpret load charts, site plans, and safety documentation.
Strong knowledge of standard hand signals, radio communication, rigging principles, and basic crane mechanics.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and physical examination meeting Cal/OSHA (Title 8) and ASME B30.5 / DOT standards.
Ability to lift up to 50–100 lbs, climb, work at heights, and work in outdoor weather conditions common to Southern California.

Nice To Haves

Additional NCCCO designations or endorsements, such as Qualified Rigger or Signal Person.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
Experience with MAC 50 or Broderson IC.
High school diploma or GED; prior apprenticeship or formal equipment training is a plus.
Former military experience preferred.
First Aid/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Operate mobile cranes, including telescopic boom swing-cab/fixed-cab and/or lattice boom types, to lift, position, and set loads according to load charts, lift plans, and ground signals or radio instructions.
Operate excavators, loaders, dozers, backhoes, motor graders, and related machinery for earthmoving, grading, material handling, and site work.
Conduct pre-shift and post-shift inspections of cranes and equipment, identify defects, perform routine maintenance, and complete required logs and reports.
Rig loads, select appropriate lifting gear, and comply with ASME, OSHA, and Cal/OSHA standards.
Interpret and follow site plans, load charts, and verbal or written instructions; communicate with ground crews, supervisors, and other trades.
Keep the work area clean and organized and follow company, site, and regulatory safety protocols, including required PPE use.
Document daily operations, inspections, and incidents; assist with basic troubleshooting and minor repairs.
Work various shifts, overtime, and outdoors as project schedules require.