Tower Crane Operator Job at Baker Construction Enterprises, Arlington, VA

  • Baker Construction Enterprises
  • Arlington, VA

Job Description

Req ID : 8260
Travel: None
Number of Openings: 1


Find a greater purpose with a team that puts people first. Baker Construction is the nation's top specialty concrete contractor. At Baker, you can count on steady work and reliable pay. When you finish one job, the next one is already lined up. You'll be able to provide for your family with confidence. Your hard work will pay off with more opportunities to train and advance.


If you have grit and determination, you'll have the support you need to achieve your dreams. Apply today and be more with Baker.

Summary

The Tower Crane Operator is responsible for hoisting equipment through direction of responsible parties and ensuring loads are properly rigged. Operator must inspect and maintain the equipment, including hydraulic lines, brakes, and cables at all times.


Roles and Responsibilities

The Tower Crane Operator will possess competency in the following areas in order to perform their role in a safe, productive, and effective manner. Note that the areas listed are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by co-workers assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.


Operates Tower Crane
  • Operates tower crane to lift/move construction equipment and materials by quickly and repeatedly adjusting controls of the crane to exact positions
  • Controls crane movement in response to hand signals or radio commands by signaler
  • Ensures operating radius is always defined and in the clear
  • Ensures loads are properly rigged and do not exceed load limits on tower crane
  • Assists in erection, jacking and disassembling of tower crane
  • Secures cab when not in use
Maintains Crane Equipment
  • Inspects periodically and per manufacturer recommendations cables and braking mechanisms for wear and installs/replaces cables as needed
  • Inspects and tightens all bolted connections on a regular basis
  • Inspects all hydraulic lines for wear and leakage on regular basis
  • Follows all recommended manufacturer's maintenance requirements on equipment
Requirements
  • High School diploma or equivalent; minimum of two years of (appropriate) crane operator experience
  • Required NCCCO appropriate Crane Certification
  • Required current DOT Medical Exam

At Baker Construction, we welcome those who are driven to make things happen. You'll earn great pay and benefits to protect you and your family and to plan for your future. We're also a company deeply rooted in values. We put people first, honor our word, and have the grit to get the job done. Go further with a team that will value and reward your grit.

Baker is an EOE Disability/Veterans Employer.

Applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for any or part of the application process may make their requests known by emailing hrtech@sharedservices.cc or calling 1-513-539-4000 and asking for HR.

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