Job Description

Mobile Crane Operator
Overview:
A Mobile Crane Operator is a certified professional responsible for safely operating mobile cranes to lift, move, position, and relocate heavy materials and equipment on construction sites, in ports, or at industrial facilities.
Key Responsibilities:

• Pre-Operation Inspection: Conduct daily safety checks (pre-start) on the crane, including mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, and report any defects.
• Setup and Configuration: Safely set up the crane at the work site, using outriggers and stabilizing the crane on various terrains.
• Lift Planning: Review lift plans with supervisors and riggers to understand load weights, lift points, and the path of movement.
• Crane Operation: Skillfully operate the crane's controls to hoist, swing, and telescope the boom, ensuring precise placement of loads.
• Communication: Maintain constant communication with riggers and signalers using hand signals or radio communication.
• Safety Compliance: Strictly adhere to all safety regulations and protocols to prevent accidents. This includes understanding load charts and never exceeding the crane's rated capacity.
• Maintenance: Perform basic maintenance and keep detailed logs of crane operation and maintenance activities.

Skills & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid mobile crane operator certification (e.g., from NCCCO) is mandatory.
• Several years of experience operating specific classes of mobile cranes (all-terrain, rough-terrain, truck-mounted).
• Excellent depth perception, hand-eye coordination, and spatial awareness.
• Thorough knowledge of crane mechanics, load dynamics, and on-site safety practices.

Skills Required