Crane Operator - Maintenance
crestoperations· Turnaround and Maintenance
About this role
Come join our team at Optimal!
We know a few things about competing with giants and exceeding expectations.
After years of working in the field, our founders decided to break from tradition and build the company they wanted to work for. They believed in starting a company rooted in trust, its team, and the idea that everyone matters and has a part in getting the job done right.
Quickly building a reputation from the ground up and growing the company along with our list of clients, Optimal is now influencing the industry and the people we serve. We live by the values that make us who we are.
And that is how we deliver the impossible for our clients and team members every day.
Crane Operators for Optimal Field Services will be responsible for operating a mobile crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. Crane Operators will be responsible for manipulating loads by operating crane controls such as depressing buttons, working foot pedals, and manipulating levers. The operator will receive direction from riggers and/or site supervision via verbal command or hand signals to determine required load movement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Operates various types of cranes: All Terrain, rough terrain, crawlers, industrial, hydraulic trucks, conventional trucks, and boom trucks.
· Operates crane to position and reposition loads where specified.
· Directs activities of helpers in setting up and knocking down the equipment; placing cribbing blocks and /or pads, moves levers and foot pedals to rotate super structure, raise and lowers boom to raise and lower cables.
· May operate crane according to signals from helpers and may bolt/pin boom sections together to modify boom lengths.
· Perform routine maintenance on crane equipment.
· Carry tools for running repairs
· Properly barricades counterweight tail swing radius.
· Must take complete charge of all safety pertaining to set up and knockdown and operation of crane.
REQUIREMENTS FOR PIPEFITTERS:
· Must have valid Driver’s License/ Identification Card.
· Must be knowledgeable in OSHA Regulations in crane operations.
· Must possess a current NCCCO or equivalent crane operator certification (Fixed and Swing Cab).
· Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Crane Operator - Maintenance position at crestoperations?
The salary for this Crane Operator - Maintenance role at crestoperations is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Crane Operator - Maintenance position at crestoperations located?
This Crane Operator - Maintenance role at crestoperations is based in Port Lavaca, Texas. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Crane Operator - Maintenance role at crestoperations full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time Maintenance position. It is posted as a Crane Operator - Maintenance role in the Turnaround and Maintenance department at crestoperations.
Which team or department does the Crane Operator - Maintenance at crestoperations belong to?
This Crane Operator - Maintenance position is part of the Turnaround and Maintenance department at crestoperations. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Crane Operator - Maintenance position at crestoperations?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to crestoperations's official application portal hosted on lever where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Crane Operator - Maintenance job at crestoperations posted?
This Crane Operator - Maintenance position at crestoperations was posted on Feb 26, 2025. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Crane Operator - Maintenance
crestoperations
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