Crane Operator - Piling; NCCCO Certified Crane Operator

Industrial Journeyman Piling Crane Operator

Position Summary:

Industrial Piling Crane Operators will operate one or more cranes to rig up equipment, move and install piling, falsework, support equipment and other materials from one location to another on heavy construction projects by means of safe crane and rigging practices. They will be responsible for the daily inspection and routine maintenance of equipment and will perform multiple types of lifting and positioning activities required to drive or drill different types of piles using various pieces of equipment in accordance with design drawings, specifications and supervisory instructions.

They will also be responsible for overseeing the safety of those working near the crane, verifying loads charts and lift plans, performing equipment and rigging inspections, and possibly assisting with repairs. The position will be expected to assist other crafts in their down times which may include non-operating activities.

• Must have current National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) credentials for Lattice Boom and Large and Small Telescopic Cranes.
• Must have a current DOT physical.
• Minimum of 5 years Industrial Construction Experience
• Minimum of 3 years of Certified Crane Operator Experience
• Minimum of 2 years Industrial Journeyman Piling Crane Operator Experience
• Must be able to read and interpret prints, drawings and plans
• Knowledge of crane operations, proper rig-up, rig-down and transport practices
• Must have experience and knowledge of operating various types of cranes which may include but not be limited to crawler lattice boom and telescopic crawler and rough terrain cranes from Manitowoc, Kobelco, Link Belt, Mantis, Tadano, Grove, etc. ranging from 15-250 ton capacity.
• Knowledge of crane supported piling equipment and the operation of such items as hydraulic power packs, fixed and swinging leads, various types of hammers and drills, hydraulic spotters, etc.
• Must have basic mechanical knowledge of equipment to perform effective equipment inspection and diagnosis of problems.
• Knowledge of Industrial Pile Driver hand tools, power tools and layout tools
• Must have knowledge and experience in proper rigging practices and crane signaling
• Must be reliable, accountable and consistent in performing administrative processes such as but not limited to equipment inspection and lift planning documentation.
• Must be able to meet all physical demands and pre-employment conditions
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be able to work up to 7 days per week and the hours necessary in order to achieve the goals of the company and the project

• Ensures all work is conducted in a safe and responsible manner
• Must comply with all company safety and personnel policies
• Perform all work tasks with the highest level of quality
• Perform job tasks efficiently to ensure that production remains on schedule
• Ensures that any unsafe acts or conditions are reported to your immediate supervisor immediately to avoid accident or injury
• Must work efficiently, productively and safely without error and consistently meet the productions goals as set by the Foreman, Superintendent or Project Manager.
• Examines blue prints, sketches, building plans and specifications to determine dimensions of structure and material required
• Must have knowledge of the proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in heavy construction and pile driving work.
• Performs daily inspection of cranes and each tool or piece of equipment that they operate to ensure that the tools and equipment are safe and fit for duty; prior to utilizing the equipment.
• Inspects, examines, selects and gathers materials and tools.
• Inspects all designated work…