Crane Operator (Houston, TX) - Austin Commercial

About the Role

Austin Commercial is currently seeking a Crane Operator for our Austin, TX Division. We set the standard for commercial construction and we're looking for talented construction professionals to join us. Austin is 100% employee-owned, so every one of our employee-owners has a vested interest in our success. As a result, we consistently meet and exceed our customers' expectations with our commitment to safety, service, and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes to lift and move materials safely and efficiently.
• Inspect crane equipment and components daily to ensure proper functioning.
• Interpret load charts and follow lift plans provided by site engineers.
• Communicate clearly with riggers and signal persons to coordinate lifts.
• Maintain accurate records of crane operations and inspections.
• Comply with OSHA and company safety standards at all times.
• Assist with minor crane maintenance and troubleshooting as needed.
• Support other site activities when crane operations are not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating cranes in commercial construction.
• Strong understanding of crane load charts, rigging practices, and safety protocols.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and at heights.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating multiple types of cranes (e.g., tower, crawler, hydraulic).
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification.
• Familiarity with Austin Commercial's safety and operational standards.

Benefits & Compensation

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan. We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)! To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, please go to https://www.austin-ind.com/our-company/100-employee-owned.

About Austin Commercial

A leader in the commercial construction industry for more than 100 years, Austin Commercial delivers construction management services, and builds landmark projects such as aviation, healthcare, corporate/office, hospitality, higher education, sports/themed entertainment and semiconductor/fabrication plants. To learn more about us, visit https://www.austin-ind.com/what-we-do/commercial.