Crane Operator-Erection

Position Purpose

This position is responsible for operating large mobile cranes on jobsites for lifting precast units, equipment, and materials.

• Determine load weights and check them against lifting capabilities to prevent overload.
• Inspect cables, pins and sheaves for wear or damage. Install or replace as needed.
• Responsible for moving crane in and out of jobs working closely with A/D supervisor to assure the crane is put together and taken apart safely.
• Work closely with erection foreman to ensure safest and most productive way to approach erecting the job.
• Assure that the crane is setup on developed stabilized crane road pad and is within 1% of level.
• Responsible for daily inspection to ensure safe operation.
• Contact field operations whenever technical help necessary for new crane parts and repairs.
• Maintain daily work log and maintenance log.
• Must be willing to travel and stay out of town though workweek as well as work hours deemed necessary to keep job on schedule.
• Must adhere to all Metromont and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
• Housekeeping as necessary to maintain work area, tools, and equipment in a clean and orderly manner.

• Working knowledge of crane and crane mechanics
• Able to work on a team
• Knowledge of data entry software
• Knowledge of inventory management software
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Ability to access and descend from the cab of the crane
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Active listening skills
• Above average hand/eye coordination
• Able to adapt to changes in work schedules, tasks, or processes
• Values and demonstrates safe working behaviors

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Must be properly licensed to operate 300-ton Crawler Crane

• Monday-Friday
• Schedule varies with workload and location
• Unscheduled overtime may be required depending on production needs
• Work area is not climate controlled and may be exposed to changing weather and temperature conditions
• Outdoor/unsheltered
• Must be able to travel