Certified Crane Operator- Crane/Taxi - #305263

Job Specifications

Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required. NCCCO Certification required. Rigger 1 certificate or equivalent preferred. Valid CDL License is required.

Company Environment: Since 1895, Landwehr Construction has built a reputation for outstanding customer service and commitment to excellence. As a turn-key site contractor, we provide comprehensive site solutions including crane & rigging, demolition, environmental remediation, highway heavy, machinery moving, renewable energy, site work & utilities, and wetland specialty. With locations in St. Cloud, MN, and Sioux Falls, SD, our expansive fleet empowers us to tackle any project, regardless of scale or complexity.

Job Environment: This position will be a union role and dispatched out of the St. Cloud corporate office. Majority of work is done outdoors. Job site locations as well as start and end times vary based upon customer demand. This position requires some overnight travel.

Major Job Duties And Responsibilities

Certified Crane Operator

• Ability to operate the appropriate models of mobile, telescopic, truck mounted/boom truck, rough terrain, and crawler cranes.
• Basic knowledge of rigging procedures to ensure safety during heavy lifts.
• Strong understanding of crane functions and limitations, assembly, and disassembly procedures.
• Observe load hookup to determine safety of load.
• Basic knowledge of hoisting attachments such as hooks, slings, electromagnets, and buckets to meet load requirements.
• Daily maintenance of crane and hoisting mechanism.
• Inspect crane for defective parts, notifies supervisor of defects or malfunctions.
• Utilizes computer technology to maximize productivity and safety.
• Ability to understand radio, verbal, and hand signals.
• Ability to climb and work at high elevations while maintaining all safety standards.
• Knowledge of rigging, safety, crane capabilities and capacities and general working knowledge of various job sites.
• Maintain control of all functions such as hoist, 2-line, swing, and boom motions simultaneously while in close quarters.
• Valid Class A driver's license and medical card may be required
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Character Attributes/behavioral Expectations/prior Experiences

• Must be a team player and promote a collaborative work environment.
• Thorough understanding of machines and tools being used.
• Ability and willingness to wear all required personal protective equipment and place safety as the top priority.
• Must also be able to give and take instructions both verbal and written, solve problems, and work well with others.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Promote positive employee relations and treat all employees with dignity and respect.
• Open, honest, and consistent communicator providing timely information for the good of the organization.
• Presents a professional manner when dealing with fellow crew members, customers, and outside agencies at all times.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Prolonged periods standing, crouching, bending, climbing, stooping, reaching, twisting, pushing, and pulling to perform job.
• Ability to exert yourself physically on a continuous basis throughout entire shift.
• Mental and physical dexterity to make quick, repeated movements and decisions.
  
  

Landwehr Construction is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.