Crane Operator Pile Driver

Crane Operator with Pile Driver Experience

QLM is seeking an experienced, safety-minded Crane Operator with specialized Pile Driver experience to join our foundation and civil construction team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating friction and/or hydraulic cranes equipped with pile driving leads, impact hammers, and vibratory hammers to drive sheet pile, H-pile, pipe, and concrete piles for heavy civil and deep foundation projects.
Position Summary :

• Safe operation of lattice boom, friction, and/or hydraulic crawler cranes equipped for pile driving operations.
• Rig, hoist, position, and drive various pile types (sheet, pipe, H-pile, timber, and pre-cast concrete) in accordance with project specifications and engineering standards.
• Perform pre-operational crane inspections, routine maintenance, and daily equipment checks to ensure maximum safety and compliance.
• Work closely with ground crews, spotters, pile bucks, and project supervisors using hand signals and radio communications.
• Maintain strict awareness of load limits, ground stability, dynamic loads during pile driving, and proximity to overhead utilities or nearby structures.
• Assist in assembling, rigging, and disassembling crane leads, hammers, power units, and boom sections as needed during mobilization and demobilization.

• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience operating cranes specifically in pile driving or deep foundation applications required.
• Safety: Valid OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Physical ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, climb equipment, and lift up to 50 lbs as required on-site.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.

City : New Orleans State : LA