Crane Operator

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Position Overview:

Loenbro Mission Critical is currently looking to hire an experienced Crane Operator. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a 75T – 80T RT hydraulic crane (TLL certification) to lift, move, position and/or reposition heavy loads on a construction site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for maintaining safe crane operations as per company and manufacturers procedures within the crane's capabilities.
• Ensure that the crane is configured according to the manufacturers load charts, range diagrams and recommendations.
• Ensure that any deficiencies that affect the safe operation are repaired before operating the crane.
• Perform daily pre and post shift, safety inspections, complete appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies as required.
• Ensure that all lifts are within load limits of equipment and correctly rigged.
• Ensure that the boom angle and/or radius of the crane are in accordance with the load charts and range diagrams.
• Knowledge of rigging and load limits.
• Knowledge and understanding of various types of rigging equipment, basic hitches, and their applications.
• Knowledge and understanding of standard hand signals and communications for controlling crane operations.
• Ability to calculate and determine appropriate lifting equipment.
• Ability to operate equipment within designated area with attention to detail.
• Ability to work, day, swing, and night shifts (occasionally extended hours).
• Ability to work in constant exposure to outside elements, in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work in safety sensitive construction settings, including exposure to moving machinery and heavy equipment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team in a fast-paced and complex environment.
• Support crew when not operating crane with general duties to complete work.
• Might operate other heavy equipment including but not limited to forklifts and skid steers.
• Ensure work area and equipment is clean and free of safety hazards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills/Qualifications:

• 5+ years previous crane operating experience, preferably on heavy civil construction projects or commercial data centers.
• Must have a Valid NCCCO Crane Certification for Telescopic Boom Cranes—Swing Cab (TLL).
• Experience operating heavy equipment including but not limited to forklifts, skid steers, .

• Driver's license with a clean driving record.

Potential Hazards:

• Work outside most of the time with exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Data center environment.
• Fit and move in confined spaces including tanks and vessels.
• Limited working surfaces.
• Exposure to noise above 85 decibels and intense odors.
• Exposure to areas with limited visibility.
• Climbing up and down stairs and ladders to both get in and out of trenches and up to elevated platforms (scaffolding at significant heights).
• Lifting necessary equipment and materials 1-50 pounds, 50% of the time monthly for required tasks.
• If driving is required, valid driver's license and proof of insurability are required. All drivers are subject to a DMV background records search.

Essential Requirements:

• Walking on uneven terrain, with an average of 2 miles per day
• Standing
• Sit, stoop, crawl, and kneel
• Use of respirator if position requires
• Driving if required to travel

Benefits:

• Health Insurance- Up to 80% of the Employee portion paid
• Health Savings Account (HSA) optional enrollment
• Paid Time Off after waiting period
• 401k after 90 days of employment with a company match up to 4% (Employees are 100% vested after 90 day waiting period.)
• Employee paid Dental, Vision, Life and Accident Insurance