Certified Crane Operator

Job Description

Position Overview: Certified Crane Operator is a skilled position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical transmission systems.


**NOTE: TRAVEL TO FLORIDA AND OTHER STATES/LOCATIONS IS REQUIRED

Essential Functions:

• Operates boom trucks and cranes.
• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.
• Inspects the crane or boom truck
• Inspects cribbing and outriggers
• Drives and operates the cranes and boom trucks
• Oversees the setup of the crane or boom truck

Requirements:

• Must possess a valid Class A CDL.
• Must possess a crane certified operator's card.
• Must possess a DOT certification.
• Reads load charts and rigging.
• Knows correct rigging techniques.
• Must be willing to learn all aspects of linework.
• Must be competent in writing up lift plans.
• 3-5 years of experience required.
• 5-10 years of experience preferred.
• Must be able to travel on short notices, including staying out of town when required.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• When not operating the crane or boom truck must assist Foreman and crew with:
  • Shovel dirt
  • Tamp pole holes
  • Frame poles
• Able to frequently use hand tools: wrenches, hammer screw drivers
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Must be able to work or be exposed to oil, grease, dirt, mud, dust, diesel fuel, etc. on a daily basis.
• Must be able to work or be exposed to poison ivy, oak ticks, etc. on a seasonal basis.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.
• Must learn the task/duties of a Groundman, Class C Lineman, and Heavy Equipment Operator.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Competencies:

• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Pike Electric, LLC is a Non-union Company

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

About Us

About Us

Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job.

"Essential" is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.

Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.

About the Team

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We work with utilities across the country to solve our nation's energy infrastructure challenges, from designing new transmission and distribution systems, upgrading and managing installation of the latest smart meter technologies, and integrating renewable energy sources onto the grid.