RT Crane Operator

MGC Contractors, Inc. is a 100% Employee Owned Corporation specializing in water and wastewater general contracting, including Job Order Contracting, Construction Manager at Risk, Design-Bid-Build, and Design-Build throughout Arizona, Texas, Utah, and New Mexico.

About the role

The crane operator will safely operate rough terrain hydraulic cranes to transfer heavy objects from one location to another. An RT crane, or rough terrain crane, is a mobile crane designed to work in challenging conditions like uneven ground or tight spaces.

Responsibilities

• Operate RT hydraulic cranes.
• Setup machinery based on complex manuals.
• Calculate load capacity and determine weight of loads in relation to the manufacturer's load chart specifications.
• Inspect the crane daily for defects, wear, and maintenance prior to operation; report deficiencies promptly to supervisor.
• Inspect and assess ground conditions to ensure safe crane setup.
• Inspect clearances, overhead lines, and other objects to prevent accidents or damages.
• Hoist, position, and place machinery, equipment, or other large objects at construction sites and industrial facilities.
• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
• Coordinate with ground crew and other operators to interpret hand, verbal, and radio signals.
• Maintain activity logs and records of service.
• Inspect rigging and remove damaged equipment from service.
• Wear required PPE at all times.
• Willingness to travel as work dictates.
• Perform any and all other duties assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• NCCCO certification or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of five years of experience operating RT mobile cranes.
• Rigging expertise.
• Experience working around plant construction jobsites.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of OSHA Regulations and ANSI Standards in Crane Operations.
• Proficient in oral and written communication.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to communicate verbally with others on-site, in person, and over the telephone.
• Ability to read printed materials, signs, and directions.
• Stamina to maintain attention despite interruptions.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, carry, handle, or feel objects, supplies, tools, machinery, and/or controls weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and/or ladders; balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift overhead.
• Navigate and perform activities on various construction sites safely, including traversing around work areas.
• Work outside frequently for long periods in all weather conditions, including extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Potential exposure to chemicals, vapors, pollutants, viruses or other pathogens, gases, uneven surfaces, loud noises, moving vehicles or machines, and dust/debris.

Schedule

This is a full-time position. Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.