Crane Operator

About Hensel Phelps At Hensel Phelps, we don’t just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee-owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting-edge technology with hands-on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact. Job Description Crane operators employed by Hensel Phelps are responsible for the operation of mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in many directions. This is a safety sensitive position. *Due to project requirements, this position is limited to U.S. Citizens only.  Key Responsibilities Determine load weights and check them against lifting capacities to prevent overload This also includes moving levers, depressing foot pedals, and turning dials to operate cranes, cherry pickers, electromagnets, or other moving equipment for lifting, moving, and placing loads Inspect cranes, rigging, hardware and attachments Understand various types of signals used during crane picks Inspect cables and grappling devices for wear and install or replace cables as needed Frequent inspections and adjustment of crane mechanisms and lifting accessories to prevent malfunctions and damage is expected Clean, lubricate, and maintain mechanisms such as cables, pulleys, and grappling devices, making repairs, as necessary Direct helpers engaged in placing blocking and outrigging under cranes Load and unload bundles from trucks, and move containers to storage bins, using moving equipment Weigh bundles, using floor scales, and record weights for company records Review daily work and delivery schedules to determine orders, sequences of deliveries, and special loading instructions Direct truck drivers backing vehicles into loading bays, and cover, uncover, and secure loads for delivery Inspect bundle packaging for conformance to regulations and customer requirements and remove and batch packaging tickets Promote a safe work environment and communicate jobsite hazards. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Valid Driver’s License Due to project requirements, this position is limited to U.S. Citizens only Follow safe work practices in accordance with the Hensel Phelps safety and health program A valid certification from the National Commission of Crane Operators (NCCCO) for the type of crane that will be operated Experienced in the type of crane to be operated Able to pass the crane operator evaluation that will be conducted at each project Experience with a wide variety of…