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Advastar, Inc

Certified Crane Operator

Fort Worth, TX

$42/hr

#JOBALERT | CONTRACT | CERTIFIED CRANE OPERATOR [TLL] | HOSPITAL EXPANSION | FORT WORTH, TX A national general contractor is adding a certified crane operator to a hospital expansion project in Fort ...

Advastar, Inc

Certified Crane Operator

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$42/hr

#JOBALERT | CONTRACT | CERTIFIED CRANE OPERATOR [TLL] | HOSPITAL EXPANSION | FORT WORTH, TX A national general contractor is adding a certified crane operator to a hospital expansion project in Fort ...

Advastar, Inc

Certified Crane Operator

El Paso, TX

$46/hr

#JOBALERT | W2 CONTRACT | CERTIFIED CRANE OPERATOR [TLL] | DATA CENTER | EL PASO, TX A national general contractor is adding a certified crane operator to a data center project in El Paso, TX. The ...

Advastar, Inc

Certified Crane Operator

El Paso, TX · On-site

$46/hr

#JOBALERT | W2 CONTRACT | CERTIFIED CRANE OPERATOR [TLL] | DATA CENTER | EL PASO, TX A national general contractor is adding a certified crane operator to a data center project in El Paso, TX. The ...

Advastar, Inc

Certified Crane Operator

Fort Worth, TX

$42/hr

#JOBALERT | CONTRACT | CERTIFIED CRANE OPERATOR [TLL] | HOSPITAL EXPANSION | FORT WORTH, TX A national general contractor is adding a certified crane operator to a hospital expansion project in Fort ...

Advastar, Inc

Certified Crane Operator

El Paso, TX

$46/hr

#JOBALERT | W2 CONTRACT | CERTIFIED CRANE OPERATOR [TLL] | DATA CENTER | EL PASO, TX A national general contractor is adding a certified crane operator to a data center project in El Paso, TX. The ...

AIM World Services

Crane Operator

Shenandoah, TX · On-site

$36.45/hr

Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay Contract Type: 90-day initial contract with the possibility of extension Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Crane Operator to support operations at Naval ...

NAPCO Precast

Crane Operator

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$19 - $20.50/hr

Summary Responsible for operating a stationary or traveling crane to lift, move, position, and ... It is not an employment contract. NAPCO reserves the right to modify. This is not intended to be ...

Samuel EPC

Crane Operator

Abilene, TX · On-site

Please use the link to apply Crane Operator- North Dakota (paycomonline.net) Purpose: Operates ... I also understand that I am an atwill employee, and this does not constitute a contract of ...

Samuel EPC

Crane Operator

Abilene, TX · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

Please use the link to applyCrane Operator- North Dakota (paycomonline.net)Purpose: Operates crane ... I also understand that I aman atwill employee, and this does not constitute a contract of ...

Samuel EPC

Crane Operator

Abilene, TX · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

... and operating codes that are relevant for crane operation. Must have current drivers license and ... I also understand that I am an atwill employee, and this does not constitute a contract of ...

LUFKIN Industries, Inc.

Crane Operator I

Odessa, TX · On-site

Crane Operator I will be responsible for operating a mobile crane to lift, move, position, and ... Follow related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies, and operating ...

Lufkin Industries

Crane Operator I

Odessa, TX · On-site

Crane Operator I will be responsible for operating a mobile crane to lift, move, position, and ... Follow related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies, and operating ...

LUFKIN Industries, Inc.

Crane Operator I

Odessa, TX · On-site

Crane Operator I will be responsible for operating a mobile crane to lift, move, position, and ... Follow related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies, and operating ...

Kraton

Crane Operator - Dredging

Galveston, TX · On-site

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Crane Operator will operate the crane or other assigned equipment in ... This does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Employment at Callan Marine ...

NAPCO Precast

PM Crane Operator

San Antonio, TX

$19 - $20.50/hr

Summary Responsible for operating a stationary or traveling crane to lift, move, position, and ... It is not an employment contract. NAPCO reserves the right to modify. This is not intended to be ...

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A Contract Crane Operator is a skilled professional who operates cranes on a contractual basis for various construction, industrial, or logistical projects. They are responsible for safely lifting, moving, and positioning heavy materials using different types of cranes. Unlike full-time employees, contract crane operators typically work on a project-by-project basis, often for multiple employers. They must have proper certifications, experience, and knowledge of safety protocols to ensure efficient and secure operations.

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Contract Crane Operators require in-depth knowledge of crane operations, load calculations, and site safety, typically gained through experience and relevant certifications such as NCCCO or equivalent. Mastery of various crane types, rigging equipment, and safety management systems is often necessary. Reliability, strong communication, and situational awareness are essential soft skills for collaborating with site teams and maintaining safety. These competencies are vital to ensure efficient heavy lifting, minimize workplace accidents, and support seamless project execution.

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Certified Crane Operator

Advastar, Inc

Fort Worth, TX

$42/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

#JOBALERT | CONTRACT | CERTIFIED CRANE OPERATOR [TLL] | HOSPITAL EXPANSION | FORT WORTH, TX

A national general contractor is adding a certified crane operator to a hospital expansion project in Fort Worth, TX. The work is running a 65-ton Grove rough terrain crane on an active healthcare campus.

  • $42.00/hour
  • ~3 months | up to 6 days/week, 10-hour shifts (50-60 hours/week)
  • Requires NCCCO (CCO) certification with TLL endorsement
  • Start date: 08.31.2026
  • Local Dallas-Fort Worth operators preferred

Overview

  • Run a 65-ton Grove rough terrain crane and stay inside the load chart on every pick
  • Set up each pick — outrigger position and cribbing, counterweight, boom configuration, radius, and load chart check before the load leaves the ground
  • Work a tight, occupied campus: limited swing room, restricted lay-down, picks adjacent to live hospital operations and public traffic
  • Perform and document daily crane inspections, and shut the machine down when it needs it
  • Coordinate every lift with the site superintendent, riggers, and signalperson
  • Hold the schedule for the length of the run — up to six 10-hour days a week for roughly three months

Preferred Skills/Experiences

  • NCCCO (CCO) certification with TLL endorsement, current and unexpired — required
  • Rough terrain crane time at 60 tons and up, Grove or equivalent — required
  • OSHA 10 — preferred
  • Current DOT medical card — preferred
  • Tight-site and occupied-campus experience — healthcare, institutional, or downtown commercial — strongly preferred
  • Steady work history with crane and rigging houses or commercial GCs — strongly preferred
  • Based within daily driving distance of Fort Worth — preferred

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