Operator-Crane Journeyperson

Sundt Construction•Tempe, AZ

19h

About The Position

Safely operates cranes in support of construction operations. Responsible for preventative maintenance and pre-shift walk-arounds of assigned equipment to assure safe operation. The role requires working effectively with the crew, producing high-quality work safely and productively, and helping ensure materials, tools, equipment, and information are available. The Operator-Crane Journeyperson looks for opportunities to improve work methods, learns from and shares knowledge with others, and maintains high proficiency in equipment preventative maintenance. The position also includes inspecting subordinate work for accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications, explaining deficiencies, and taking corrective action. The job description may change at any time and may include other duties as assigned. The work may involve shifts of up to 12 hours, hard physical work, varying temperatures, and outdoor conditions. It requires climbing and balancing on frameworks, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds, and moving through confined, cluttered, or uneven areas. The employee must comply with safety standards and procedures and be able to wear required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

At least three years of industrial/commercial construction industry experience for Level I, four years for Level II, five years for Level III, or six or more years for higher levels.
In-depth understanding of the operation of various types of heavy construction equipment.
Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, safety standards, and quality standards.
Ability to effectively use trade tools and equipment relevant to the work.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Current NCCCO or NCCER crane operator certification with appropriate endorsements for the crane(s) to be operated.
Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.
Ability to climb and maintain balance on steel or wood framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
Ability to lift, push, or pull objects up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects frequently.
Ability to reach above shoulder heights and below the waist frequently, and stoop, kneel, or bend occasionally.
Ability to move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
Ability to comply with safety standards and procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Safely operate cranes in support of construction operations.
Perform preventative maintenance and pre-shift walk-arounds of assigned equipment to assure safe operation.
Maintain positive working relationships with all members of the crew.
Produce high-quality work safely and productively.
Provide feedback to ensure materials, tools, equipment, and information are available for the work.
Seek opportunities to improve tasks, means, and methods, and be willing to learn from others.
Share knowledge and teach others.
Maintain high proficiency in preventative maintenance for related equipment.
Inspect subordinate work for accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications, explain deficiencies, and take necessary corrective action.
Eliminate waste, including waiting, rework, unnecessary transporting, material storage, and time.