Mobile Crane Operator

Job Posting

Turner Staffing Group is hiring Master Crane Operators and Apprentice Crane Operators in Bagdad, AZ. This is a Full-Time opportunity, offering competitive pay and benefits package. Please see details below.

Master Level

Under general supervision, assists in providing operational and technical advice and guidance for designated mobile crane support groups at assigned sites.

Assist in the development and training of employees in mobile crane operations.

Assist in the planning and preparation for scheduled jobs.

Assist site management by actively participating in the Company's safety programs, including behavioral audits, JSA's, SOP's, Near Miss Reporting, Metals and other programs determined by management.

Assist management in complying with policies and procedures and environmental compliance.

Understand cost control and assist in the development of department operating maintenance and capital budgets.

Participate in the mentoring process for all new Mobile Crane Operators and Apprentices.

Serve as a member on the selection panel for Certified/Master Mobile Crane Operators.

Perform other duties as required.

Crane Operator

Responsible for safely operating all types of cranes and boom trucks. Inspect and assist with the inspection reports for cranes, boom trucks and forklifts. Assist with minor repairs on equipment.

Responsible for safely operating all types of cranes up to 150 tons.

Assist site management by actively participating in company safety programs including behavioral audits, JSA's, SOP's, Near Miss Reporting, Metals and other programs determined by management.

Assist management in complying with company policies and procedures and environmental compliance.

Inspect and assist with the inspection reports for cranes and boom trucks and performing minor repairs on equipment.

Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: Master Level

Journeyman Maintenance Technician/Mobile Crane Operator- Completion of an Apprenticeship Program, or a two (2) year Associates Degree from an accredited college in the mechanical field or equivalent and four (4) years of experience in a related Industrial Maintenance/Construction mechanical Mobile Crane Operator field. Candidate must have a minimum of four year journeyman/mobile crane operator experience or equivalent work experience with large mobile cranes (150 ton and greater capacity), and selected candidate shall pass the written exam (Certified Crane Operator certification). This exam is based on safety and technical knowledge to include hydraulics, alignments, bearings, etc., and selected candidate shall pass the Panel Interview, and selected candidate shall pass the Hands-on test (also Certified Crane Operator Practical exam). This exam will be a demonstration of practical skills to include diagnostics. Passed the Certified Crane Operator Practical exam.

Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists) and have experience demonstrating the required aptitude. The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while also passing a written assessment where required. This exam is based on skills/abilities and/or academic knowledge; as well as safety.

Candidate shall pass the Hands-on test.

Completed DDI and TEAMS training or equivalent

Must have a Commercial Drivers License (CDL)

Extensive experience in rigging procedures, cable reeling and crane load testing

Extensive experience with mobile crane Preventative Maintenance practices and Inspection procedures

Knowledge of cable reeling and crane load testing

Knowledge of mobile crane Preventative Maintenance practices and Inspection procedures

Knowledge of rigging procedures

Working knowledge of Hydraulic equipment

Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications and advanced computer skills

Skill in working under minimal direction and performing overtime as required

Ability to pass an annual physical (to include color recognition and depth perception)

Ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals, Blueprints and schematics for trouble shooting and repair in English

Ability and willingness to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts and both scheduled and unscheduled overtime at a 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, 365 days/year operation.

Possess good safety and attendance record

Ability to show up to work as required and on time

Must be eligible for transfer/promotion as per the Guiding Principles (internal candidates)

Minimum Qualifications: Apprentice Crane Operator

Two (2) years of experience in a related Industrial Maintenance/Construction mechanical Mobile Crane Operator field working with large mobile cranes (150 ton and greater capacity), boom trucks and forklifts

Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists) and have experience demonstrating the required aptitude. The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while also passing a written assessment where required. This exam is based on skills/abilities and/or academic knowledge; as well as safety.

Selected Candidate shall pass the Hands-On Test – this exam will be a demonstration of practical skills to include diagnostics

Must pass Annual Physical (to include color recognition and depth perception)

Experience in rigging procedures and load charts

Experience in mobile crane Preventative Maintenance practices and Inspection procedures

Experience in cable reeling and crane load testing

Must be self-motivated, display leadership qualities and serve as an active member of a high performance team

Ability and willingness to learn about new equipment for the purpose of task training and mentoring others in the safe operation of cranes

Advanced computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office)

Effective written, verbal, and communication skills to satisfy training, safety, and electronic message transmission policies of the company

Working knowledge of Hydraulic equipment

Ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals, blueprints and schematics for trouble shooting and repair

Good safety and attendance records

Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job

Willing and able to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts and both scheduled and unscheduled overtime at a 24 hour/day, 7 day/week, 365 day/ year operation

Ability to work overtime as required – this is a day-shift position and may require overtime and responding to call-outs

Must be eligible for transfer/promotion as per the Guiding Principles (internal candidates)

Criteria/Conditions:

This is a Safety sensitive role

Will be required to work rotating shifts in a 24/7/365 operation

Work is performed in a mine or manufacturing plant which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see

Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy to heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the workday