Job Title: Crane Operator
Must reside within the Greater Richmond Area to apply.
Responsibilities:
- Operate mobile cranes, primarily 75–110-ton Rough Terrain cranes in a lay-down yard to facilitate the safe and efficient loading/unloading of large equipment, such as HVAC condensers, chillers, generators, transformers, and other oversized industrial components.
- Operate gantry cranes to safely lift, maneuver, and position heavy, oversized, and irregularly balanced loads with shifting or precarious weight distribution.
- Evaluate load stability, center of gravity, rigging configurations, and weight distribution prior to lifting operations to ensure safe handling of complex loads.
- Perform critical lifts and tandem lift operations in accordance with lift plans and established safety procedures.
- Operate other heavy equipment such as lulls, forklifts, and rigging equipment.
- Operator is responsible for yard layout management, crane positioning, and lift planning.
- Lift, move, and position materials and equipment using cranes and associated rigging equipment.
- Select and inspect proper rigging hardware including slings, shackles, spreader bars, and lifting devices to ensure load security and stability.
- Inspect cranes, rigging gear, and equipment before each use to ensure proper functioning and compliance with safety standards.
- Lead and conduct daily pre-lift safety briefings and hazard assessments.
- Communicate effectively with riggers, spotters, signal persons, and team members to coordinate lifting operations safely and efficiently.
- Candidate shall have a reasonable commute to Sandston, VA and have reliable transportation to the job site.
- Assist with shipping and receiving tasks in the warehouse as needed.
Qualifications:
- Valid NCCCO or NCCER crane operator certification/license REQUIRED.
- Experience operating gantry cranes, rough terrain cranes, forklifts, and other heavy equipment.
- Experience handling oversized, high-value, irregularly weighted, or precariously balanced loads preferred.
- Experience in crane and heavy equipment operation (3+ years preferred).
- Ability to identify load instability risks and safely adjust rigging and lift configurations accordingly.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations, crane safety standards, and safe rigging procedures related to crane operation.
- Ability to formulate and execute detailed lifting plans for complex or critical lifts.
- Experience utilizing standard hand signals and radio communication during lifting operations.
- Strong situational awareness and decision-making skills in high-risk lifting environments.
- Attention to detail to ensure precise positioning of materials and equipment.
- Ability to work safely in fast-paced industrial, warehouse, and outdoor environments.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Occasional overtime may be necessary. Pre-employment background check and drug screening is required for employment.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
