Job Description

• Responsible for the safe operation of crane used in heavy lifting and transport
• Assist team leader and signal persons
• Responsible for personal safety and safety of co-workers
• Shows commitment to safety culture through personal behavior and willingness to influence others
• Responsible for slings, cables, straps, and the crane prior to lifting operations
• Perform preventative maintenance as required to ensure safe and continual service of crane
• Supervise oiling of the crane
• Responsible for own and rigger’s compliance with company policy, safety guidelines and procedures that pertain to the crane operator’s job
• Remains in continual voice (radio), hand, and or communication with rigger while operating the crane
• Responsible for creating an environment fostering open communications concerning safety issues
• Participates in safety meetings and other rigger safety programs
• Assures that all lifts are within load limits of equipment and correctly rigged
• Assures that lifting gear is inspected prior to use
• Follows correct lock-out and tag procedures
• Operates crane equipment to hoist materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs tasks assigned by rigger during lifting procedures
• Extensive travel may be required
• Other duties may be assigned

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