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RMS Cranes

Heavy Lift Crane Operator

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

Heavy Lift Crane Operator Location: Albuquerque, NM Reports to: Branch Manager RMS is looking to add experienced full-time heavy lift crane operator for a project in Santa Teresa, NM. The following ...

RMS Cranes

Heavy Lift Crane Operator

Albuquerque, NM

Heavy Lift Crane Operator Location: Albuquerque, NM Reports to: Branch Manager RMS is looking to add experienced full-time heavy lift crane operator for a project in Santa Teresa, NM. The following ...

RMS Cranes

Heavy Lift Crane Operator

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

Heavy Lift Crane Operator Location: Albuquerque, NM Reports to: Branch Manager RMS is looking to add experienced full-time heavy lift crane operator for a project in Santa Teresa, NM. The following ...

W3Global Inc.

Crane Operator

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Experience reviewing and executing approved lift plans. * Working knowledge of boom length, operating radius, boom angle, gross load, deductions, crane capacity, and chart utilization. * Experience ...

Crane Works

CRANE OPERATOR

Decatur, AL · On-site

Crane Operator The Crane Operator must be able to operate various types of cranes and boom trucks ... The Operator is responsible for job site safety and ensure that job site analysis and pre-lift ...

Crane & Rigging Corporation

Crane Operator

Yadkinville, NC · On-site

$29 - $38/hr

The Crane Operator will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating mobile and crawler ... Operate mobile and crawler cranes to lift, move, and position loads safely * Perform rigging tasks ...

Curtin Maritime, Corp

Crane Operator

Houston, TX

$32.14 - $46.43/day

Must be able to lift 40 lbs. without restriction. Position involves lifting, pulling ad operating ... CRANE OPERATOR I - $450 - $600/day LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS: * NCCCO License with LBC endorsements

Curtin Maritime

Crane Operator

Houston, TX · On-site

$32.14 - $46.43/hr

Must be able to lift 40 lbs. without restriction. Position involves lifting, pulling ad operating ... CRANE OPERATOR I - $450 - $600/day LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS: * NCCCO License with LBC endorsements

Curtin Maritime

Crane Operator

Houston, TX · On-site

$32.14 - $46.43/hr

Must be able to lift 40 lbs. without restriction. Position involves lifting, pulling ad operating ... CRANE OPERATOR I - $450 - $600/day LICENSES & REQUIREMENTS: * NCCCO License with LBC endorsements

Crofton

Crane Operator

Portsmouth, VA · On-site

$40 - $55/hr

Crane Operator Job Summary: Crofton offers industry leading solutions above and below the waterline ... Develop and communicate lift plan prior to execution of lift. * Calculate load capacity utilizing ...

Curtin Maritime Corp

Crane Operator

Houston, TX · On-site

$550 - $650/day

Must be able to lift 40 lbs. without restriction. Position involves lifting, pulling ad operating ... Crane Operator I - $450 - $600/day Licenses & Requirements: * NCCCO License with LBC endorsements

Crofton

Crane Operator

Portsmouth, VA · On-site

Crane Operator Crofton offers industry leading solutions above and below the waterline, combining ... Develop and communicate lift plan prior to execution of lift. * Calculate load capacity utilizing ...

Building Crafts, Inc.

Crane Operator

Grand Island, NE · On-site

The equipment operator is responsible for operating a mobile hydraulic or friction crane to lift, move, position and reposition a variety of different loads. The crane operator will be required to ...

Building Crafts, Inc.

Crane Operator

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

The equipment operator is responsible for operating a mobile hydraulic or friction crane to lift, move, position and reposition a variety of different loads. The crane operator will be required to ...

Building Crafts, Inc.

Crane Operator

Omaha, NE · On-site

The equipment operator is responsible for operating a mobile hydraulic or friction crane to lift, move, position and reposition a variety of different loads. The crane operator will be required to ...

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Heavy Lift Crane Operator

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

TNT Crane & Rigging
Commercial Equipment Rental and Leasing • 1 - 5K employees
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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

RMS

Position: Heavy Lift Crane Operator

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Reports to: Branch Manager

RMS is looking to add experienced full-time heavy lift crane operator for a project in Santa Teresa, NM. The following are a list of requirements. You must meet all the requirements below to be considered for this position.

Experience operating the following crane:

  • Must have a current crane operating license (NCCCO) LBC.
  • Liebherr LR 1600 with Derrick Boom and Luffing Jib. Experience required 5 years.
  • Liebherr LR 1700 Main Boom.  Experience required 5 years.
  • Current New Mexico State License Conventional (Lattice Boom) Class I license preferred.
  • OSHA 10
  • Must be a member of the International Union Of Operating Engineers or join the union.

Compensation based on experience and 7 days a week Per Diem

Summary: Ensures safety first, along with safe lifting of the load, proper set-up of crane, while maintaining Customer focus. Follows all State and Federal laws while operating motor vehicles. Follows all safety and environmental policies while performing the job task.

Responsibilities:

  • Operate complex equipment safely and efficiently according to company safety and policies.
  • Completes Field Ticket and turn it into local branch office. If other chargeable equipment was utilized on the job, make sure to write it down on the Field Ticket.
  • Completes payroll book daily with the hours worked. Hours must be reported to the local branch office no later than 8:00 a.m. every Monday.
  • Periodically reviews assigned crane and other model cranes service and operation manuals.
  • Be able to read, interpret, and calculate the load percentage by utilizing the load charts of the crane’s owner and operation manual.
  • Be able to program the crane's computer in proper set-up mode, set-up crane on location in a safe and professional manner.
  • Understands and can perform proper rigging techniques to ensure safe lifting of the load.
  • Inspect crane and fill out daily and monthly inspection report before operating the vehicle. Turns in inspection report to the local branch office.
  • Performs other job duties as assigned.

Skills Required:

  • Good verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions, applicable safety regulations, and to maintain records.
  • Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems.

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