Transmission Crane Operator

Position Purpose

The Transmission Crane Operator position is your first step to a rewarding career in the construction and maintenance of our nation’s Power Grid. Crane operators control cranes to move heavy materials and objects in industrial settings, construction sites, and around energized powerlines.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Use standard operating procedures to operate cranes, lifts and other equipment such as hydraulic cranes, lattice booms and telescope booms.\
• Setting poles around energized lines and conductors.
• Inspect equipment and machinery daily for defects and wear, as well as perform routine maintenance procedures.
• Following safety protocols, ensuring the safe movement of loads is following guidelines. Monitor crane stability and load weights, inspect clearances and overhead lines, and assess ground conditions.
• Be able to coordinate with ground operators and interpret hand and verbal signals.
• Record keeping of materials moved and report any issue to their supervisor.
• Readily joining storm restoration efforts in times of need
• Operating vehicles and equipment in a professional manner
• Continuing training to improve technical and leadership skills

Tasks

• Works safely while performing new construction, maintenance, or repair work of transmission lines
• Efficiently operate a mini excavator, skid steers, dozers, front loaders, and line trucks
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair minor equipment issues
• Properly inspects rubber goods and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Understands when to wear personal protective equipment
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor
• Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools
• Understands the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces
• Understands excavation and shoring requirements
• Capable of receiving and following directions
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job

Physical Aspects

• The physical demands described here are typical of those that must be met by a team-member to successfully perform the essential functions of their job in powerline construction.
• While performing the duties of this job, team-members are regularly required to talk or listen. The team-member is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The team-member is frequently required to perform rigorous physical labor; sit; climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.); or balance; and stoop, kneel crouch or crawl. Team-members frequently lift or move up to or in-excess of 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, team-members may frequently be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. Team-members are occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Powerline construction work is performed outside and is subject to diverse weather conditions.

Competencies

• Team-Oriented
• Self-Motivated
• Ethical and Honest
• Dutifully follows established Safety Rules and Company Policy

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience operating a crane in the transmission powerline industry or closely related field
• Must have a current NCCCO or NCCER crane certification
• Must have Rigging Certification
• Must have a Class A Commercial Driver’s License with no restrictions and acceptable driving record
• Crane mechanical and inspection knowledge a plus
• Able to read/write and communicate effectively
• Able to travel long distances at short notice, when required
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required
• Able to lift an excess 50 lbs.
• Willing to work overtime when requested

Special Position Requirements

This is position and all applicable policies including drug testing and background checks will apply.

River City Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, River City complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.