Hydraulic Crane Operator

 Hydraulic Crane Operator 

The Crane Operator is responsible for safely operating cranes and lifting equipment to move, position, and place materials on construction sites. This role requires precision, strong situational awareness, and adherence to all safety regulations and load requirements.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates equipment which lifts, hoists or moves material for construction purposes.
• Determines load weights and check them against lifting capacities to prevent overload.
• Manipulate or depress cane controls to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal, or signal instructions. Works within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
• Inspects equipment on a daily basis to ensure safe operation before use.
• Inspects and adjusts crane mechanisms or lifting accessories to prevent malfunctions or damage. Place blocks and outriggers to prevent capsizing when lifting heavy loads.
• Inspects cables or grappling devices for wear and install or replace cables, as needed.
• Directs helpers engaged in placing blocking or outrigging under cranes.
• Cleans, lubricates, and maintains mechanisms such as cables, pulleys, or grappling devices, making repairs as necessary.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a safe workplace by following safety policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Coordinate eye-hand movements with control and precision.
• Use hands and fingers fully; reach for, manipulate and feel objects; stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
• Climb and maintain body balance on ladders, scaffolding, or high structures; and see and hear well (either naturally or with correction).
• Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stoop, lay, bend or squat for long periods of time.
• Forceful movements of the shoulder.
• Repetitive movements as well as static and awkward postures of the neck, shoulder, wrist and low back.
• Vibration of the lower back.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• •Travel may be required.
• Some overtime, shiftwork, holiday and weekend may be required.

We Offer: 

• Safety Focused Work Environment
• Competitive Wages and Per Diem
• Weekly Pay
• Medical/Vision/Dental Benefits
• 401K Plan
• Overtime Potential
• Opportunity for Advancement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Exciting Work with Nationally Known Clients

*This is an abbreviated job description, for full job description and to apply online visit our website at: www.robinsonconstruction.com today. 

Robinson Construction is a Design-Build General Contractor specializing in the completion of process-intense manufacturing facilities throughout the United States. Our clients include heavy industrial, manufacturing; food grade processing plants, chemical and processing; power and renewable energy; healthcare facilities, and mining industries, as well as federal, state, and municipal agencies.

Robinson Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  We will provide equal opportunity to all applicants and prohibit any discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Applicants are treated on the basis of their job-related qualifications, ability and performance.