Core Commitments:

The Crane Operator will practice the Core Commitments for all of Thompson Concrete.

• Communicate with fellow employees

• Be a Role Model

• Follow Values, Vision and Mission

• Develop, Mentor and Teach Others.

• Participate in Planning and Coordinating

• Communicate Effectively

• Willingness to learn and develop

• Willingness to receive training

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ROLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform duties assigned by leads

• Keep crane clean and perform daily inspections

• Inspect crane daily for defects

• Keep crane extensions and grease points greased on a routine basis

• Be prepared to help in all aspects of concrete construction.

• Make sure load is secured properly

• Routine inspections on crane

• Working with crews on an as needed basis and as schedule allows.

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BASELINE QUALIFICATIONS:

The Crane Operator will possess the knowledge, skill, and/or ability in the following areas essential to perform the functions of the position.

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Education and/or Experience

• Valid DOT Physical

• Knowledge of construction

• Reliable transportation

• NCCCO or NCCER crane operator certification for rough terrain crane (Thompson will train if necessary)

• OSHA 10 (Thompson will train if necessary)

• Driving experience of CDL vehicle is preferred but not required

Language / Communication Skills

• Good Listening Skills.

• Willing to Learn

• Effective communication with team members

• Have an idea or solution if a problem arises

Mathematical Skills

• Math (Add, Subtract, Multiply, and Divide)

• Be able to read a tape measure

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to effectively present information to your lead

• Be a Mentor to a fellow employee

Availability/Dependability

• Able to work 5 to 6 days a week

• Expect early start times and long days (Times will vary from job to job)

• Be on time daily

Physical Demands

• Properly lift objects up to 50 pounds.

• Push and pull heavy objects

• Work in strenuous conditions with minimal breaks

• Ability to work at various heights

Work Environment

• Work involves exposure to outside weather conditions and concrete, dirt, dust, fumes, and/or loud noise levels.

• Be aware of surrounding operations

Tools Requirements/Clothing Attire

• High vis shirt or vest

• Proper clothing with no large holes

• Pants that cover top of boots

• Cloths with no large holes and no cut off shirt

• Sturdy leather work boots

• Tape Measure

• Hammer

• Tool Belt (capable of holding screws, nails, hammer, pliers, tape measure, pins, wedges)

ENSURES A SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Safety at all times (Hard Hats, Safety Glasses, High Vise at all times)

• Sets example by following safety guidelines including but not limited to wearing PPE on jobs, staying aware of surroundings, etc. 

• Attends and participates in Tool Box Talks and provides input for Safety Task Analysis

• Complies with proper safety procedures

• See something say something 

PARTICIPATES IN TRAINING / CERTIFICATIONS:

• CPR and First Aid Certification

• 10-hour OSHA

• Approved career related training

• Rigging/Hoisting, Crane Certificates

• Special equipment certificates (Thompson will provide training if needed)