Crane Operator

Purpose

Operates crane to lift, position and place machinery, equipment or other large objects at construction sites and industrial facilities.

Varies by location. Must have open availability any time any day of the week. Length of employment is limited to job assignment and/or project duration.

• Must have a nationally accredited certification and State Certifications where required.
• Must have a current health clearance to operate hoisting equipment.
• Drive trucks to worksites.
• Place blocks and outriggers to prevent capsizing when lifting heavy loads.
• Start crane engine.
• Move levers and pedals to rotate crane on chassis to raise and lower crane boom and load‑lines.
• Operate crane according to signals from helper.
• Bolt boom sections together to extend or modify boom for pile driving or high lifting.
• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
• Work within company policy as outlined in the Samuel EPC Craft Handbook and maintain compliance with both the Samuel EPC Human Resources Policy Manual and the Samuel EPC Safety Manual.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the foreman/supervisor as needed.

• Three (3) years minimum field experience in trade.
• Able to identify all hand signals, weight limits, safety regulations, and operating codes relevant for crane operation.
• Must have current driver’s license and other certification if required by OSHA, state, or federal regulations.
• Ability to work with others to achieve job goals.
• Read, write and communicate using the English language sufficient to perform job functions (other preferences will be given for special language skills where there is a business need).

• Stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Use arms and hands to reach for, handle or manipulate objects.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift items weighing more than 50 pounds with assistance.
• Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds and other objects.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• See well (naturally or with correction).
• Eye‑hand coordination.
• Good physical fitness.
• Good sense of balance.
• Work at great heights.

• Steel‑toed work boots.
• Raincoat or poncho.

Construction workers perform physically demanding work including lifting and carrying heavy objects, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling in awkward positions. Some work at great heights, or outdoors in all weather conditions. Some projects involve exposure to harmful/hazardous materials, chemicals, fumes, odors, lead‑based paint, asbestos, loud noise, or dangerous machinery. Workers must wear safety clothing such as gloves, hard hats, protective chemical suits, and personal protective equipment for eyes, respiratory system, or hearing.

In underground and/or confined spaces, workers must be especially alert and follow safety procedures to address hazards.

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