Crane Operator, Bridge Construction

Job Summary 

Operate dragline/lattice boom crawler, on a bridge construction jobsite. Work Monday to Friday and occasional weekends, usually 40 - 50 hours per week.

Essential Functions

• Attend work as scheduled
• Get along with others
• Follow company handbooks and other instructions
• Use and care for tools, equipment and materials
• Read and understand equipment manuals

Specific Duties

• Assemble and disassemble equipment at the job site
• Inspect and maintain equipment to prevent malfunctions or damage, fill out reports documenting both
• Determine the suitability of the supporting ground and surface for loads
• Operate the crane skillfully and safely in conformance with OSHA regulations
• Use a drag bucket, clam bucket, vibratory driver and extractor, auger, frostball
• Lift rebar, lumber, beams, concrete and other items associated with bridge construction
• Drive piling, using a variety of devices (drop or diesel hammer)
• Apply safe shut-down and securing procedures
• Read and understand Safety Data Sheets and container labels
• Identify and communicate safety concerns to management in a timely manner
• Operate other equipment and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education

• High School graduate or G.E.D. preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• 3 years lattice boom experience preferred
• Valid crane operator certification 

Physical

• Valid crane operator medical examiner certificate
• Good corrected vision (distance at least 20/40, 70° field of vision) and hearing (no loss > 40 decibels)
• Do not require insulin for control of diabetes
• No medical history or diagnosis that would interfere with the ability to control a crane safely
• Dexterous use of hands and feet
• Climb in and out of equipment unassisted
• Effectively work at heights
• Walk, stand, climb, bend, kneel, reach, lift and balance
• Lift up to 75 pounds on a regular basis
• Work safely in adverse weather conditions including wind, rain, snow, ice, mud, heat, etc.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Life
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401K
• Vacation
• Per diem (determined by job and conditions)
• Hotel (determined by job and conditions)

General Information
Job Type: Permanent, travel with the crew to the next project. On-the-job training provided with career advancement opportunities.

Annual Wages:  $70,000 - $90,000

Salary : $70,000 - $90,000