Crane Operator

Brady Welding & Machine Shop Inc., Founded in 1957, Brady’s has been one of the premier leaders in the heavy lift and haul industry offering unparalleled service to all our customers. We boast one of the largest inventories of modern lifting and trucking equipment in Oklahoma and Texas. Primarily specializing in rig mobilization and with an increase in recent demand, we are in need of a CDL Crane Operator at our Ardmore, Oklahoma Branch.

The crane operator is required to safely operate cranes efficiently and maintain a standard of accuracy that aligns with the company procedures and customer requirements.

• Efficiently and safely operate a variety of specialized machinery in accordance with established procedures and guidelines ensuring the right selection and set up is made regarding crane, lift or hoist
• Inspects and assesses ground conditions as well as any possible overhead obstructions
• Maintain equipment through daily inspections, to include performance of routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Maintain logs and records of operational activities
• Maintain visual and radio communications with ground operators according to best practices and site safety regulations, and respond to questions and instructions clearly and quickly
• Inspect truck and trailer before operating the vehicle
• Properly fil out required paperwork including inspection reports, maintenance requests, and timecards.

• Minimum 1-3 years experience working with rough terrain cranes, carry decks, crawlers, and mobile cranes
• Class A CDL
• Successfully pass post offer drug and physical screens and have a background that meets company requirements
• Dependable and reliable with flexibility to work overtime, when necessary
• Good verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions, applicable safety regulations, and to maintain records
• Must have strong ability work well within a team environment.

• Strong depth perception and quick reaction time
• Must be able to lift a 50 lbs regularly
• Visual capabilities to follow hand signals, maintain all logs and operate machinery
• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to work in a variety of weather including extreme heat and cold

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401K with Company match
• Holiday Pay
• Vacation Pay

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.