Crane Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: 35.00-45.00

Felix Construction Company is seeking an experienced Crane Operator with a strong background in operating heavy construction equipment including crawler cranes. The ideal candidate will occasionally work alongside crew members when needed to help the team. This role requires NCCCO and LBC or equivalent crane operator certification.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operate various types of heavy construction equipment including loaders, rollers, gannons, reach forks, backhoes, excavators and lattice boom crawler cranes over 50 tons.
• Operate, inspect and maintain cranes at all boom lengths, angles and positions safely. This includes making difficult clearance judgements while watching the moving load and boom while compensating for variations in the crane's lifting capacity during position changes.
• Dig and set large diameter pipe.
• Install trench jacks and shoring boxes.
• Perform potholing and digging safely around utilities.
• Perform daily maintenance and inspections per operator's manual.
  
• Keep proper tools on hand for the crane or other equipment.
• Communicate with team members and be aware of personnel or vehicles working in an unsafe manner under the working crane at all times.
• Inspect cables and hoist blocks for damage and report if needed.
• Work as part of a team to get the job done safely and in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoot work related problems using experience, job knowledge, and by communicating with others to solve the problem.
• Attend and participate in meetings and training including safety when required or requested.
• Report safety and vehicle incidents promptly and completes thorough documentation.

Who You Are

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• NCCCO or equivalent crane operator certification from a reputable training facility, valid and in good standing.
• Requires a Lattice Boom Crawler crane certification.
• 4 years of crane operation experience.
  
• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred, English required.
• Clean driving record required.
• Must be able to read, understand and interpret construction drawings.
  
• Communicates effectively and is proactive in addressing safety concerns.
• Proficient in smartphone use, tablets or laptops to locate job sites and to complete required paperwork.
  
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

This position requires working on construction job sites in extreme temperatures. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and may occasionally use hand tools associated with the construction industry. Specific vision abilities required include the ability to adjust and focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for long periods, climb on and off equipment, walk, kneel, bend, reach with hands and arms, hear, and talk.

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY:

You will have the opportunity to be part of a company that is making an impact on the construction industry and the community. It's a company you will be proud to work for. We offer a competitive compensation package, including a base salary, bonus opportunities, a company truck or vehicle allowance, comprehensive benefits with generous 401(k) matching, and paid time off. If you want to work in an environment that respects and values your contributions, wed love for you to apply!