Freelance Mobile Crane Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Turner Staffing Group is hiring Master Crane Operators and Apprentice Crane Operators in Bagdad, AZ. This is a Full-Time opportunity, offering competitive pay and benefits package. Please see details below.

Description – Master Level

Under general supervision, assists in providing operational and technical advice and guidance for designated mobile crane support groups at assigned sites.

• Assist in the development and training of employees in mobile crane operations. (Master Level Only)
• Assist in the planning and preparation for scheduled jobs.
• Assist site management by actively participating in the Company's safety programs, including behavioral audits, JSA's, SOP's, Near Miss Reporting, Metals and other programs determined by management.
• Assist management in complying with policies and procedures and environmental compliance.
• Understand cost control and assist in the development of department operating maintenance and capital budgets.
• Participate in the mentoring process for all new Mobile Crane Operators and Apprentices.
• Serve as a member on the selection panel for Certified/Master Mobile Crane Operators.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: Master Level

• Journeyman Maintenance Technician/Mobile Crane Operator- Completion of an Apprenticeship Program, or a two (2) year Associates Degree from an accredited college in the mechanical field or equivalent and four (4) years of experience in a related Industrial Maintenance/Construction mechanical Mobile Crane Operator field. Candidate must have a minimum of four year journeyman/mobile crane operator experience or equivalent work experience with large mobile cranes (150 ton and greater capacity), and selected candidate shall pass the written exam (Certified Crane Operator certification). This exam is based on safety and technical knowledge to include hydraulics, alignments, bearings, etc., and selected candidate shall pass the Panel Interview, and selected candidate shall pass the Hands-on test (also Certified Crane Operator Practical exam). This exam will be a demonstration of practical skills to include diagnostics. Passed the Certified Crane Operator Practical exam
• Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists) and have experience demonstrating the required aptitude. The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while also passing a written assessment where required. This exam is based on skills/abilities and/or academic knowledge; as well as safety.
• Candidate shall pass the Hands-on test.
• Completed DDI and TEAMS training or equivalent
• Must have a Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
• Extensive experience in rigging procedures, cable reeling and crane load testing
• Extensive experience with mobile crane Preventative Maintenance practices and Inspection procedures
• Knowledge of cable reeling and crane load testing
• Knowledge of mobile crane Preventative Maintenance practices and Inspection procedures
• Knowledge of rigging procedures
• Working knowledge of Hydraulic equipment
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications and advanced computer skills
• Skill in working under minimal direction and performing overtime as required
• Ability to pass an annual physical (to include color recognition and depth perception)
• Ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals, Blueprints and schematics for trouble shooting and repair in English
• Ability and willingness to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts and both scheduled and unscheduled overtime at a 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, 365 days/year operation.
• Possess good safety and attendance record
• Ability to show up to work as required and on time
• Must be eligible for transfer/promotion as per the Guiding Principles (internal candidates)

Description – Crane Operator

Responsible for safely operating all types of cranes and boom trucks. Inspect and assist with the inspection reports for cranes, boom trucks and forklifts. Assist with minor repairs on equipment.

• Responsible for safely operating all types of cranes up to 150 tons
• Assist site management by actively participating in company safety programs including behavioral audits, JSA's, SOP's, Near Miss Reporting, Metals and other programs determined by management
• Assist management in complying with company policies and procedures and environmental compliance
• Inspect and assist with the inspection reports for cranes and boom trucks and performing minor repairs on equipment
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Apprentice Crane Operator

• Two (2) years of experience in a related Industrial Maintenance/Construction mechanical Mobile Crane Operator field working with large mobile cranes (150 ton and greater capacity), boom trucks and forklifts
• Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists) and have experience demonstrating the required aptitude. The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while also passing a written assessment where required. This exam is based on skills/abilities and/or academic knowledge; as well as safety.
• Selected Candidate shall pass the Hands-On Test - this exam will be a demonstration of practical skills to include diagnostics
• Must pass Annual Physical (to include color recognition and depth perception)
• Experience in rigging procedures and load charts
• Experience in mobile crane Preventative Maintenance practices and Inspection procedures
• Experience in cable reeling and crane load testing
• Must be self-motivated, display leadership qualities and serve as an active member of a high performance team
• Ability and willingness to learn about new equipment for the purpose of task training and mentoring others in the safe operation of cranes
• Advanced computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office)
• Effective written, verbal, and communication skills to satisfy training, safety, and electronic message transmission policies of the company
• Working knowledge of Hydraulic equipment
• Ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals, blueprints and schematics for trouble shooting and repair
• Good safety and attendance records
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job
• Willing and able to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts and both scheduled and unscheduled overtime at a 24 hour/day, 7 day/week, 365 day/ year operation
• Ability to work overtime as required - this is a day-shift position and may require overtime and responding to call-outs
• Must be eligible for transfer/promotion as per the Guiding Principles (internal candidates)

Criteria/Conditions:

• This is a Safety sensitive role
• Will be required to work rotating shifts in a 24/7/365 operation
• Work is performed in a mine or manufacturing plant which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see
• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy to heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the workday