CDL Crane Operator
$48k to $62k
United StatesPosted Oct 16, 2026
Job description
Position Goals: Ensure jobs meet their deadlines within budget and to the customer’s satisfaction. Summary: Use cranes and other equipment to safely move loads of various types and weights from one point to another without damage to the object moved, property or personnel.
Responsibilities
- Acts in a combined capacity as driver/machinery mover/millwright/laborer.
- Responsible for operation of crane used in heavy lifting and transport
- Reports to manager, directly supervises oiler, assist team leader and signal persons
- Responsible for personal safety and safety of co-workers
- Shows commitment to TCR safety culture through personal behavior and willingness to influence others
- Responsible for slings, cables, straps, and the crane prior to lifting operations
- Perform preventative maintenance as required to ensure safe and continual service of crane
- Supervise oiling of the crane
- Responsible for own and rigger’s compliance with company policy, safety guidelines and procedures that pertain to the crane operator’s job
- Remains in continual voice (radio), hand, and or communication with rigger while operating the crane
- Responsible for creating an environment fostering open communications concerning safety issues
- Participates in safety meetings and other rigger safety programs
- Assures that all lifts are within load limits of equipment and correctly rigged
- Assures that lifting gear is inspected prior to use
- Follows correct lock-out and tag procedures
- Operates crane equipment to hoist materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner
- Performs tasks assigned by rigger during lifting procedures
- Other duties as assigned. Job Requirements:
- 25 years of age
- Must have CDL, Class A, and be in compliance with all state and federal laws
- 2 years of heavy/extra heavy unit driving experience
- NCCCO certificate in appropriate crane type
- One year experience as crane operator
- Completion of High School or secondary education is preferred
- Must pass pre-employment testing included but not limited to: fit-for duty test, back exam & background check
- Must be willing to relocate near our Tulsa, OK or Coffeyville, KS locations. Working Conditions:
- Working conditions vary day by day and requires both indoor and outdoor activities.
- Physically, should be strong and quick.
- The job often calls for a lot of lifting, climbing, and physical force.
- Need to be able to lift up to 100 pounds and lift/lower objects overhead safely. Pay: $23-30/Hr. We are a merit shop. Wage will depend on the individual candidates. Company Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and AD&D
- Disability
- 401(K)
- Immediate Vacation Accrual Pre-Screening
- Five Panel Drug Screen
- DOT Physical with Back Examination
- Motor Vehicle Report
- Employment Verification
- Medical Card
- DOT Three Year Employment Screen
- Criminal Background Check with Felony and Misdemeanor
- Social Security Verification Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required.
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