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Tutorperini

Crane Operator (Union)

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

This is a Union position, so the expected pay range is based on Union scale for the applicable Local. Lunda Construction Company, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking Crane Operator (Union) to join our ...

Tutorperini

Crane Operator (Union)

Minneapolis, MN

This is a Union position, so the expected pay range is based on Union scale for the applicable Local. Lunda Construction Company, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking Crane Operator (Union) to join our ...

Tutorperini

Crane Operator (Union)

Hilbert, WI · On-site

This is a Union position, so the expected pay range is based on Union scale for the applicable Local. Lunda Construction Company, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking Crane Operator (Union) to join our ...

BKF

Survey Party Chief (Union)

San Diego, CA · Hybrid

$90K - $130K/yr

Willingness to join Operating Engineers Local 12 (OE 12) Union * Strong knowledge of land surveying principles, methods, regulations, and standards * Proficiency with GPS field equipment * Ability to ...

BKF

Survey Party Chief (Union)

Newport Beach, CA · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

Willingness to join Operating Engineers Local 12 (OE 12) Union * Strong knowledge of land surveying principles, methods, regulations, and standards * Proficiency with GPS field equipment * Ability to ...

BKF

Survey Party Chief (Union)

San Diego, CA · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

Willingness to join Operating Engineers Local 12 (OE 12) Union * Strong knowledge of land surveying principles, methods, regulations, and standards * Proficiency with GPS field equipment * Ability to ...

BKF

Survey Party Chief (Union)

San Diego, CA · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

Willingness to join Operating Engineers Local 12 (OE 12) Union * Strong knowledge of land surveying principles, methods, regulations, and standards * Proficiency with GPS field equipment * Ability to ...

BKF

Survey Party Chief (Union)

Newport Beach, CA · Hybrid

$90K - $130K/yr

Willingness to join Operating Engineers Local 12 (OE 12) Union * Strong knowledge of land surveying principles, methods, regulations, and standards * Proficiency with GPS field equipment * Ability to ...

Stellantis NV

Toledo Terminal Manager

Toledo, OH

Full financial responsibility including CSI, OT reduction initiatives, operating budget, maintenance costs, etc * Labor relations - interacting with UAW local 12 on various labor concerns * Meeting ...

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Stellantis

Toledo Terminal Manager

Toledo, OH · On-site

Full financial responsibility including CSI, OT reduction initiatives, operating budget, maintenance costs, etc * Labor relations - interacting with UAW local 12 on various labor concerns * Meeting ...

Stellantis

Toledo Terminal Manager

Toledo, OH

Full financial responsibility including CSI, OT reduction initiatives, operating budget, maintenance costs, etc * Labor relations - interacting with UAW local 12 on various labor concerns * Meeting ...

Teva Pharmaceuticals

Packaging Operator (Union)

Edison, NJ · On-site

$17.50 - $21.25/hr

Train and mentor other Material Handlers and Packaging Operators as required. * Perform additional ... or local laws. Please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for local 12 operators union in the United States is $20.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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The highest paid heavy equipment operators are often those who specialize in operating large machinery such as cranes, bulldozers, or excavators, and typically work in industries like construction, mining, or oil and gas. Experienced operators with certifications, advanced skills, and extensive experience can earn higher wages, sometimes exceeding $70,000 annually, depending on the region and project complexity.

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CredentialsUnion membership, certifications vary by equipmentTypically requires OSHA certifications, CDL, and equipment-specific licenses
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial projects, infrastructureConstruction, mining, landscaping, and industrial sites
Employer & Industry UsageUnionized construction and industrial companiesPrivate contractors, government projects, industrial firms
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Crane Operator (Union)

Tutorperini

Milwaukee, WI • On-site

Full-time

Posted yesterday

Job description

This is a Union position, so the expected pay range is based on Union scale for the applicable Local.

Lunda Construction Company, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking Crane Operator (Union) to join our project sites in the Black River Falls, WI; Waukesha, WI; Hilbert, WI; and Rosemount, MN regions.

*** This is a Union Position ***

About Lunda Construction:

Excellence in Construction since 1938

Lunda Construction Co. is a major heavy/highway, civil and industrial general contractor with an uncompromising pledge to achieve the highest standards of Engineering and Excellence, with the Safety of the workforce and traveling public being the highest priority.

Building isn't just a job. At Lunda Construction Co., it is our passion. With every project we undertake, we set the bar high and provide the best people in the industry, with a true love of what we do to make our Customers' vision a reality. From inception to completion, we use the latest techniques and technologies to make sure that the project stays on point and on budget. Even after a project's completion, our post-construction teams work to ensure that our Customers are satisfied.

At Lunda Construction Co., we believe our work stands as a testament to the quality and excellence that we stand for as a company. Notable projects include the Southwest METRO Green Line Extension, I-74 Mississippi River Bridge, Saint Croix Crossing, Marquette Interchange, I-494 Airport to Highway 169 Design-Build, and the Southwest LRT Blue Line Extension.

Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent

DESCRIPTION:

As a Crane Operator (Union) at Lunda Construction, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Possess the knowledge and ability to operate different types of mobile cranes such as rough terrain telescopic boom and lattice boom crawler. (Experience with lattice boom friction cranes a plus.)

  • Have basic knowledge of rigging procedures and removal-from-service criteria.

  • Understand crane functions and limitations, including assembly and disassembly procedures.

  • Have basic knowledge of crane attachments such as, but not limited to, hooks, slings, pile-driving equipment, clamshell buckets, concrete buckets, etc. (Impact pile hammer experience a plus.)

  • Perform daily maintenance of crane. (Greasing, general housekeeping.)

  • Perform daily "shift inspection" and monthly inspection of machine

  • Understand computer software and LMI for proper set up and safety.

  • Ability to understand radio, verbal, and hand signals.

  • Ability to operate other types of heavy equipment a plus (e.g. excavator, front end loader, telehandler, skid steer, etc.)

  • Perform other duties as required.

*Please note: Training is available through the Unions if all requirements are not met

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Current certification from an accredited crane operator testing organization is a plus

  • Must have a valid driver's license

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

  • Duties will be performed outdoors at construction sites.

  • Duties will include physical activities that require considerable use of the arms and legs, and moving the whole body, such as standing, climbing, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, and handling and lifting of materials, equipment, tools and machinery weighing up to 50 pounds.

Lunda Construction builds extraordinary projects, and we need exceptional talent. Join us and together we will build the future.

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