Crane Operator

CRANE OPERATOR – FORT SMITH, AR $18/HR TO START | OVERTIME AVAILABLE Direct Staffing is now hiring for a Crane Operator for an industrial facility in Fort Smith, AR. This is a hands-on outdoor position operating a material handler with grapple and magnet attachments. Candidates must be safety-minded, dependable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Schedule: Current hours are 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM with overtime Normal schedule will transition to 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Pay: Starting pay is $18/hr Job Duties Include: Operating material handler/crane with grapple or magnet attachment Loading and unloading inbound/outbound trucks Feeding mill and monitoring infeed belt Identifying and separating materials Assisting with general yard operations and cleanup Completing daily equipment inspections and preventative maintenance Replacing hoses, tightening fittings, and communicating maintenance needs Assisting maintenance team with lifting and moving components Loading outbound trucks to proper weights Maintaining safe work environment and following LOTO procedures Requirements: Must have verifiable previous crane, heavy equipment, material handler, or similar equipment experience Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions Strong awareness of surroundings and safe equipment operation Dependable attendance and strong work ethic required Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check This is a physically demanding industrial position with long-term opportunity and overtime available.

Requirements

Must have verifiable previous crane, heavy equipment, material handler, or similar equipment experience Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions Strong awareness of surroundings and safe equipment operation Dependable attendance and strong work ethic required Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check