Crane Operator

Crane Operator – Stanton, TX

Position:
Crane Operator at Optimized Process Designs (OPD), located in Stanton, TX.

• Operate a crane to lift, move, and position loads such as components, equipment, and solid or bulk materials, completing final inspections in an accurate and timely manner.
• Plan all lifts, use proper capacity charts, and complete pre‑lift/critical lift sheets.
• Observe load hookup and determine safety of the load.
• Manipulate or depress crane controls such as pedals, levers, and buttons to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement.
• Use hoisting attachments such as hooks, slings, or clamps as required by the load.
• Perform daily crane inspections.
• Clean and maintain the crane and hoisting mechanism.
• Observe equipment functioning to identify hazards and the need for adjustments, repairs, or replacements.

• Actively participate in a strong safety culture.
• Recognize safety hazards and risks.
• Participate in onsite safety meetings.
• Follow OPD and client safety policies and procedures.
• Be aware of changing conditions on an active jobsite.
• Be on time to the jobsite each day, ready for work.
• Display a positive attitude and be able to work in a team environment.

• Capable of working in outdoor weather and environmental conditions including extreme heat, humidity, cold, and high elevations.
• Lifting and carrying awkward objects up to 60 lbs.
• Willing and able to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 days per week when needed by project demands.
• Moving the entire body, including ample use of arms, legs, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, crawling, twisting, reaching, and bending on a regular basis.
• Good hand‑eye coordination.
• Use hands to handle, control, and feel objects and/or tools.

• Valid Crane Operator license from an accredited institution for an all‑terrain crane.
• Valid Crane Operator physical certification.
• Valid driver's license.
• Two years of crane operation experience.
• Completed and passed OSHA equipment operating courses as required.
• Familiar with standard hand signals.
• Travel is required, with extended periods away from home in remote areas at times.
• Willing and able to work outside in extreme heat, humidity, and cold conditions.
• Willing and able to attend mandatory safety meetings.
• Willing and able to work in a team environment.
• Willing and able to meet the physical requirements mentioned above.

• Previous experience working in oil and gas construction.
• Previous experience using computerized control systems.
• NCCCO certification.
• Crawler crane certification.

Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria are set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: