Crane Operator

Job Description

Crane Operator

Burkes Mechanical is a multi-state heavy industrial contractor providing mechanical, electrical, civil construction, and fabrication services to pulp & paper, chemical, petroleum, and manufacturing facilities. Our crane rental service provides turnkey crane services across the Southeast, operating from multiple crane yards and customer facilities. Our fleet handles equipment setting, relocation, and large-scale lifts, while our certified operators deliver reliable testing, installation, and maintenance.

We are hiring two Crane Operators: one based in Thomasville, AL and another located in either Selma, AL or Brent, AL.

The Crane Operator transports mobile cranes to customer job sites using an 18 wheeler and performs safe, efficient crane operations upon arrival. This role requires a skilled operator who can manage both over the road driving responsibilities and field crane work, ensuring excellent customer service and adherence to all safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Safely transport mobile cranes using an 18 wheeler to and from job sites

Perform DOT compliant pre trip and post trip inspections

Inspect crane, truck, and trailer and submit required reports

Secure loads and ensure compliance with weight, height, and routing restrictions

Verify that signal persons understand proper hand signals before lifting

Perform safe and correct rigging for all lifts

Collaborate with riggers, signal persons, and job supervisors during lifting

Operations

Ensure all lifts are performed safely, efficiently, and within crane capacity

Follow all OSHA and company safety protocols

Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Ability to read and interpret crane load charts and calculate load percentages

Ability to program crane computer systems and safely set up crane on site

Valid CDL A (no restrictions) with clean driving record

Valid NCCCO, NCCER, or equivalent crane operator certification

Minimum 3 years of hydraulic crane operating experience

Ability to operate crane by viewing hand signals

SHA 10 or 30 certification (as required by project)

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Basic mechanical ability for troubleshooting equipment

Why Join Us

Competitive pay

BCBS health and dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k)

Vacation

Supportive team environment

Strong safety culture

Ready for an exciting career with a growing company that values safety, integrity, andquality? Email your resume to Description

Burkes Mechanical is a multi-state heavy industrial contractor providing mechanical, electrical, civil construction, and fabrication services to pulp & paper, chemical, petroleum, and manufacturing facilities.

Full-time