Crane Operator (Friction & NCCCO)

We are currently seeking a full-time Crane Operator (Friction & NCCCO) to join our team, who enjoys a stable work environment, which offers the following:  competitive wages, paid time off, paid holidays, growth opportunities, medical and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, 401k match, and more. 

At Cycle Construction, we emphasize a team-based approach and treat our employees like family.  To find out more about who we are, and why we’re viewed as a leader in the Civil and Marine Construction Industry, visit us at https://www.cycleconstruction.com/.

Position Role and Ideal Candidate:

The primary role of a Crane Operator is to safely and efficiently operate various type of Friction and Hydraulic cranes safely, effectively and efficiently on heavy civil & marine construction projects.

Ideal Candidate is experienced, competent, and proficient in the following:

• Heavy Civil Pile Driving with lattice boom friction cranes

• Rigging

• Critical Lifts

• Load Charts

• NCCCO certifications

• Operating various types of civil heavy equipment (i.e. bulldozer, excavator, front end loaders, fork lifts, etc.)

• Operating machinery around ground personnel

• Operating machinery in tight areas

Responsibilities:

• Drive various types of pilings (wood, concrete, h-piles, pipe piles)

• Move construction material and other heavy material from one location to another

• Read, interpret, and utilize load charts

• Defensive driving/operating:

  • Plan ahead

  • Constantly monitor operations and scan surroundings

  • Protect yourself and others

  • Eliminate distractions

  • Anticipate, recognize, and avoid potential hazards/obstructions such as:

    • workers

    • underground and overhead utilities

    • other equipment or vehicles

    • falling objects

    • Halt operations until hazard is mitigated

• Knowledgeable of and compliant with:

  • Company policies and procedures

  • OSHA safety rules and regulations

  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • Hazard Communication Program

• Daily responsibilities:

  • Preventive Maintenance

  • Equipment inspections and damage reporting

  • Greasing

  • Fueling

  • Attend jobsite safety meetings

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old

• Team player with a positive attitude

• Pass Pre-employment Assessments (includes BGC, drug test, & crane physical)

• Punctual and reliable

• Must have the following: 

  • Valid NCCCO certification

  • Valid driver’s license

  • TWIC card

  • steel toe work boots

  • reliable transportation

  • ability to work in all weather

  • the physical ability to complete strenuous tasks and walk on uneven surfaces