For over 25 years, G&A Partners has been helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses, take better care of their employees, and enjoy a higher quality of life by providing proven HR solutions and technology. G&A Partners' client is currently seeking a Certified Overhead Crane Operator to join their team in Channelview, TX. Flexiblity to work Nights/Overnight highly preferred. 

The crane operator’s responsibilities include knowledge of lever and pedal control, driving cranes to the worksite, setting up the manufacturer’s operator’s manual, inspecting the crane for safety daily, and operating the crane under general supervision.

• Ability to handle heights and climb ladders
• Basic math & reading skills
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
• Works safely and observes all safety procedures

The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; chemicals and vibration. Also exposure to outdoor weather conditions, non-weather related extreme cold, water and humidity, and the risk of electrical shock. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places. The usual noise level is very loud.

• Operate a variety of material-moving equipment daily according to schedule and instructions from project manager, choosing and setting up the right crane, lift or hoist to complete each task safely and efficiently
• Inspect machines and equipment daily, perform routine maintenance procedures and minor repairs as required and initiate additional repair requests from mechanics when necessary
• Control cranes, lifts and other equipment using standard operating procedures to ensure effective transportation of materials and safety for all personnel on site
• Create and update detailed log of material transportation operations, including information about type of material, movement locations and additional data requested by project manager
• Listen to site manager’s plan prior to start of every shift, and complete all required tasks accurately and within assigned deadlines with limited supervision
• Maintain visual and radio contact with ground operators according to best practices and site safety regulations, and respond to questions and instructions clearly and quickly
• Provide additional support to other crane operators as necessary, including working overtime to complete tasks, operating several types of equipment and training or monitoring junior operators

Required: 

• High school diploma plus minimum of 4 years of experience in overhead crane operation
• Experience working with lift trucks, overhead cranes and mobile cranes
• Commercial driver’s license
• Flexibility to work overtime when necessary
• Excellent coordination, focus and dedication to following safety protocols
• Professional crane operator certification (NCCO)