Crane Operator

Job Title

Scott Bridge Company builds structures that serve and sustain life. We provide construction and emergency response services for complex highway, railroad, marine, and energy infrastructure.

Job Description

Safely and precisely position heavy components to build and restore critical infrastructure with a variety of cranes. We can't build anything without you.

Responsibilities

• Help construct bridges, dams, hydro-structures, bulkhead walls, roadways, and marine structures to enable critical transportation and emergency response
• Ensure safe and efficient load handling per load capacity guidelines
• Facilitate smooth crane operation through controlled and precise boom and load line management
• Enable the safe and accurate placement of piles and loads
• Ensure the smooth and timely setup and readiness of equipment for construction
• Preserve equipment performance and longevity through regular greasing, oiling, and fueling
• Enhance job site safety through proactive inspection and identification of worn cables, worn hoisting mechanism bands, broken gears, housing, etc...
• Collaborate with Foreman, Pile Drivers, Welders, Helpers, Laborers, and other skilled craft team members and enjoy shared successes
• Participate in a culture of unwavering safety. Receive clean, professional, properly fitted personal protective equipment (PPE), attend regular job safety trainings, and participate in safety/environmental initiatives to ensure your well-being and our compliance with State and Federal regulations

Qualifications

• You've earned the qualification standard of ANSI B30.5(5-3)
• You're skilled at operating Telecrawlers, Rough Terrains, Lattice Boom Crawlers, or Ringer Cranes with 2+ years of training/experience.
• You can read and understand equipment load charts, capacity, capability, and proper assembly
• You have working knowledge of construction rigging- use of slings, cable chokers, spreader bars, multiple-part load blocks, etc...
• You have working knowledge of routine equipment maintenance
• You have a thorough knowledge of the accepted Hand Signals for hoisting operations
• For you, "good enough" isn't good enough and you know that accuracy is critical for safety and structural integrity. Your precision and care set you apart from other Crane Operators.
• Your acute awareness of distance, height, and clearance ensures safe and efficient maneuvering of loads, even in the most challenging environments

Preferred Experience

• Experience operating cranes to construct bridges, dams, hydro-structures, bulkhead walls, roadways, barges, or marine structures
• Pile driving experience or understanding of the basic functions and operations of various types of pile hammers (diesel, air, hydraulic, and drop hammers)

Benefits

• Premium Equipment - Operate our well-maintained young fleet of cranes.
• Well-Being - Whether you need someone to lend a compassionate ear, offer counsel during challenging times, or provide comforting words of encouragement, we have in-house Chaplains here to support you
• Growth - We know it's hard to find good training in this industry. You won't be stuck in a role long-term if you don't want to be. If you put in the work, you'll receive hands-on training and opportunities to advance your skills and position. We look for every opportunity to grow and develop the best in our team.
• Balance - While many heavy civil contractors work their teams 70-80 hours per week, you can expect to work an average of 50-60 hours per week.
• Financial Security - We regularly research the industry market to ensure we can offer you above-average pay, an annual safety-based bonus and discretionary performance-based bonus, a 401K plan, and medical coverage.

FAQs

1. What types of cranes are in your fleet?
   • 80 - 130 Ton Tadano Telecrawlers
   • 30 - 55 Ton Rough Terrains
   • 100 - 275 Ton Kobelco Lattice Boom Crawlers
   • 100 - 330 Ton Link-Belt Crawlers
   • Manitowoc 4100 Ringer on a deck barge
2. What do you require before a person is allowed to operate a crane? In addition to ANSI B30.5(5-3), you'll perform an operational checkout on a similar type of equipment.
3. Will I travel for work? We perform work throughout the Southeast, and some projects may involve travel.
4. Do you offer assistance for working away from home? In situations where our field crews are required to travel, we offer housing arrangements and per diem pay.
5. What time do you typically start work? In time to see the sunrise. The typical schedule for this position is Monday - Friday 6:30 am - 6 pm.
6. Will I have to work weekends? It is sometimes necessary and we try to stagger/rotate to keep it fair.
7. Are there seasonal layoffs or do you work year-round? We operate year-round and do not have any annual lay-offs.
8. Do you provide required tools? Yes, we do! Except for a tape measure and crescent wrench.
9. What happens when it rains? Sometimes we'll work in the rain, but only if work can be done SAFELY and if the materials we're working with that day are OK in the rain. Sometimes you'll get to receive additional training on rainy days.
10. What happens at lunchtime? We typically break for 30 minutes, bring our lunch, and eat together on-site.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workplace and creating an environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. We comply with all applicable laws governing EEO and affirmative action, and we ensure that all employment decisions are made solely based on job-related qualifications and merit.