Lead Heavy Equipment and Mobile Crane Operator

Blue View Builder•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled, safety-focused Heavy Equipment and Mobile Crane Operator for projects in San Diego and the surrounding area. The operator will safely lift, move, and place materials and equipment while supporting excavation, grading, and construction activities on commercial, infrastructure, marine, or industrial sites. The role involves operating mobile cranes and a range of heavy construction equipment, conducting inspections and routine maintenance, rigging loads, documenting work, and following applicable safety standards and site protocols. This is a physically demanding outdoor role that may involve prolonged sitting or standing in equipment cabs, exposure to noise, dust, heights, and varying weather. Shift work, early starts, and occasional weekends or overtime may be required. The position may require work at heights, climbing, and lifting up to 50–100 pounds.

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 pounds, climb, work at heights, and work outdoors in weather conditions common to Southern California.
Ability to maintain balance and coordination and respond quickly to signals and hazards.

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.
Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections of cranes and equipment; identify defects, perform routine maintenance, and complete required logs and reports.
Rig loads properly, 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.
Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow company, site, and regulatory safety protocols, including use of required PPE.
Document daily operations, inspections, and incidents; assist with basic troubleshooting and minor repairs as needed.
Work various shifts, overtime, and outdoor conditions as project schedules require.