Crane Operator Journeyman >300 Ton

About the role

The Crane Operator is responsible for operating mobile cranes and overseeing rigging operations as needed. This position requires adherence to safety regulations, OSHA rules, and project-specific guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile crane and move materials to various locations safely and effectively.
• Participate in all lift planning and inspect, rig, and ensure rigging applications and attachments are configured according to load charts and manufacturer guidelines.
• Properly calculate lifting capacities, deductions, and center of gravity.
• Inspect, clean, and perform operator-level maintenance on equipment in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations and project-specific guidelines.
• Closely interact with installation crews for movement of materials and equipment.
• Perform daily safety checks to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow related safety regulations, OSHA Rules, contract requirements, company policies, and operating procedures.
• Complete necessary documentation, reporting, and limited office duties.
• Work under production schedule pressure and attain set standards of accuracy.
• Take direction from higher-skilled workers or foremen and possess basic knowledge of construction processes.
• Support project with other tasks as directed by supervision.
• May assist in other crew-related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project-specific regulations.
• Active participation in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification to operate project site mobile cranes.
• Up-to-date DOT Physical.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Knowledge of equipment safety, maintenance, and storage.
• Knowledge of manufacturers' load charts and how to interpret them.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Physical demands include up to a 12-hour shift, hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions, maintaining physical strength and stamina, lifting up to 50 pounds, stooping, kneeling, balancing, crawling, climbing, and working at heights.