Crane Operator

Job Title: Crane Operator Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Crane Operator to safely and efficiently operate overhead crane systems to move and position precast concrete products and molds. The role involves pouring concrete into forms and handling finished products that weigh up to 20+ tons, ensuring proper identification and placement. The Crane Operator will also perform daily equipment inspections, maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area, and assist with additional production duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead crane systems to move and position precast concrete products and molds.

• Pour concrete into forms and strip finished products weighing up to 20+ tons.

• Verify product and mold identification for proper handling and placement.

• Complete daily equipment inspections and pre-operation safety checks.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including routine equipment upkeep.

• Assist with additional production duties to support operational goals.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.

• Previous experience in crane operation, manufacturing, or industrial settings.

• Strong hand-eye coordination and depth perception.

• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

• Ability to read and understand safety procedures, work instructions, and operating manuals.

• Capability to lift up to 40 pounds periodically throughout the shift.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in concrete work.

• Experience with overhead crane operation.

• Ability and willingness to support general production and labor tasks when necessary.

Why Work Here?

We offer a dynamic work environment with a lot of growth opportunities. Our site is ranked among the top three for growth, providing employees with uniforms and boots upon conversion. Employees enjoy a 5% 401k match and affordable benefits. Starting with two weeks of PTO, employees gain more with tenure. Our facility features updated bathrooms, lockers, and showers, ensuring comfort at work. Many of our managers began their careers as general laborers, indicating significant room for advancement.

Work Environment

The work environment includes outdoor and warehouse settings. It is a production environment where employees work with concrete, resulting in a dirty environment. The warehouse is not climate-controlled, so employees will work in various weather conditions. The current schedule rotates weekly between morning and afternoon shifts, with morning hours from 4 AM to 12:30 PM and afternoon hours from 11 AM to 8 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fayetteville, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $28.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fayetteville,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.