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Wanzek

Crane Operator

Hereford, TX · On-site

$34 - $42/hr

Overview Responsible for operating crane (hydro cranes, crawler cranes, and/or pile driving hammers) to hoist, move and place materials and objects. Responsibilities * Promote and comply with all ...

Wanzek Construction

Crane Operator

Hereford, TX · On-site

$34 - $42/hr

Overview Responsible for operating crane (hydro cranes, crawler cranes, and/or pile driving hammers) to hoist, move and place materials and objects. Responsibilities * Promote and comply with all ...

Wanzek Construction

Crane Operator

Hereford, TX · On-site

$34 - $42/hr

Overview Responsible for operating crane (hydro cranes, crawler cranes, and/or pile driving hammers) to hoist, move and place materials and objects. Responsibilities * Promote and comply with all ...

builders

Boom/Crane Operator

Beaverton, OR

Calculates the boom/crane capacities and weights and checks clearances so that buildings, hydro ... Requires Boom or Crane Operator certification. Work Environment / Physical Activity: * Work is ...

Wanzek Construction

Crane Operator

Hereford, TX · On-site

$34 - $42/hr

Overview Responsible for operating crane (hydro cranes, crawler cranes, and/or pile driving hammers) to hoist, move and place materials and objects. Responsibilities * Promote and comply with all ...

Wanzek Construction

Crane Operator

Hereford, TX · On-site

$34 - $42/hr

Overview Responsible for operating crane (hydro cranes, crawler cranes, and/or pile driving hammers) to hoist, move and place materials and objects. Responsibilities * Promote and comply with all ...

Wanzek Construction

Crane Operator

Hereford, TX · On-site

$34 - $42/hr

Overview Responsible for operating crane (hydro cranes, crawler cranes, and/or pile driving hammers) to hoist, move and place materials and objects. Responsibilities * Promote and comply with all ...

Wanzek Construction

Crane Operator

Hereford, TX · On-site

$34 - $42/hr

Overview Responsible for operating crane (hydro cranes, crawler cranes, and/or pile driving hammers) to hoist, move and place materials and objects. Responsibilities * Promote and comply with all ...

Builders FirstSource

Boom/Crane Operator

Spanaway, WA · On-site

Boom/Crane Operator Spanaway, WA Home every night! Operates boom and/or crane to move heavy ... Calculates the boom/crane capacities and weights and checks clearances so that buildings, hydro ...

Builders FirstSource

Boom/Crane Operator

Spanaway, WA · On-site

Boom/Crane Operator Spanaway, WA Home every night! Operates boom and/or crane to move heavy ... Calculates the boom/crane capacities and weights and checks clearances so that buildings, hydro ...

Builders FirstSource

Boom/Crane Operator

Spanaway, WA · On-site

Boom/Crane Operator Spanaway, WA Home every night! Operates boom and/or crane to move heavy ... Calculates the boom/crane capacities and weights and checks clearances so that buildings, hydro ...

BZI Steel

Crane Operator

Enoch, UT · On-site

Crane Operator Building Zone Industries (BZI) Mission Statement, Values, and Ethics Building Zone ... Operate Hydro and Lattice Boom Cranes. * Rigging Inspections. * Maintain BZI certifications and ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for hydro crane operator in the United States is $28.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $33.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Hydro Crane Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,350 per year, or $28.1 per hour.

Lattice Crane Operator

Grand Forks, ND • On-site

ICS, Inc (Industrial Contract Services)
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Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Operate various types of cranes to hoist, move, and place materials and drive piling.

  • Perform daily inspections of cranes, monitor weather and site conditions, and ensure safety procedures are followed.

  • Maintain and lubricate equipment, obtain required permits, and assist with other tasks as assigned by the Foreman or Superintendent.

Job description

General Purpose: Responsible for operating crane (hydro, crawler, and lattice cranes) to hoist, move and place materials and drive piling
Work Schedule: Days and hours vary depending on the assigned project.
Responsibilities & Duties
  • Promote and comply with all Company and safety policies and procedures
  • Operate levers and pedals to raise, lower and rotate the boom and raise and lower load lines
  • Raise, lower and rotate boom or load by sight or according to signals from a helper
  • Observe rigging operations and safety of the load
  • Ensure safety procedures are adhered to at all times
  • Perform daily inspections of cranes
  • Monitor weather conditions and site conditions
  • Clean, maintain and lubricate equipment
  • Obtain any required permits
  • Crane operator should be responsible at all times when operating a crane
  • Crane operator should be versatile and have a cooperative attitude as they may be asked to do other jobs on construction sites when they are not operating a crane
  • Maintain a professional appearance
  • Other duties as assigned by Foreman or Superintendent

Required Education
  • High school diploma or equivalent GED. Applicable certifications required

Required Experience
  • Minimum of 6 months experience, one year certificate from a technical school or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Skills/Licenses/Certifications
  • Valid driver's license to operate motor vehicles.
  • Certified crane operator certification
  • Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
  • Add and subtract two digit numbers and multiply and divide with 10's and 100's, ability to perform these operations using unit weight measurements and volumes.
  • Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
  • Workers should be able to work within precise standards of accuracy and follow set procedures and standards

Supervisory Responsibility
  • None

Physical Demands & Working Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
  • Able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead for extended periods of time.
  • Lift and carry at least 50 to 100 pounds.
  • Climb and descend all types of ladders.
  • Wear personal protective equipment (e., hardhat, eye protection, respiratory protection, fall protection, etc.)

Travel Requirement
  • May be required to travel to different jobsites on limited notice

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Position requires working in all elements - heat, cold, rain, or snow - depending on job location and time of year.
  • May require use of personal vehicle for transportation to and from work site.
  • Must be able to utilize job site sanitary facilities (e., Portable Toilets).
  • May require work in restricted areas (e., excavations, utility tunnels, manholes, tanks, crawl spaces, attics, etc.).
  • May require working at various heights, up to 100-feet, from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, or other safe work areas.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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