Crane Operator

Job Description

Job Title: Crane Operator

Job Description

We are currently seeking an experienced and highly-skilled Crane Operator to join our hardworking team. In this role, you will demonstrate your experience and expertise alongside others who take the profession seriously and are committed to a safe work environment. You will ensure that all loads and equipment are lifted and set properly and demonstrate consistent commitment to safety at all times. You will work as part of the team, ensuring our operation runs smoothly and on schedule.

Responsibilities

Operate overhead 5-ton crane to load trucks with large industrial electrical control panels for customers.

Ensure all machinery is set, aligned, and leveled.

Attach and detach loads properly, including rigging them and calculating weight loads.

Communicate effectively with all team members while performing duties.

Ensure compliance with all safety rules and regulations.

Monitor, inspect, and maintain all rigging equipment to ensure safety and good working condition, completing safety inspections and documentation routinely.

Report all safety concerns and issues to management immediately.

Safely and properly attach and utilize all pulley and block systems.

Set up and break down necessary equipment.

Properly select gear for the job.

Maintain control of all loads at all times.

Maneuver loads through difficult and confined spaces, including onto shipping transport trucks.Essential Skills

3+ years minimum experience with Crane Operations and rigging.

Familiarity with all necessary safety equipment.

Experience with crane assembly and disassembly.

Solid math skills for calculating load requirements.

Physically capable of working in demanding conditions.

Ability to sit, stand, bend, and lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.

Excellent vision and hearing.

Comfortable working at heights or climbing ladders, being on boom lift as needed (6 feet maximum).Additional Skills & Qualifications

Up to date and willing to comply with all OSHA safety standards.Why Work Here?

Experience career growth opportunities as exemplified by current leaders who began in entry-level positions. Enjoy an incredible benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, PTO, and sick pay. Take advantage of tuition reimbursement for further education, a ride-share program, and biweekly pay. Join a company known for truly taking care of their people and access a free employee gym, recreation center with cornhole, ping pong, and basketball court.

Work Environment

Work the 2nd shift, which includes a shift differential, with hours between 2 PM and 6 AM. Must be available to work Monday through Friday from 4:30 PM to 2:00 AM and Saturdays. Overtime is available, but never more than 58 hours per week, with double time for Sundays when permanent. Work in an extremely clean, temperature-controlled environment with 25 electrical assembly bays and a growing department of 200 employees. The crane location is near the dock doors, with loading inside the plant. Safety is a top priority. Dress code includes no leggings, cut-off shirts, midriffs showing, or pants with holes, rips, or tears. Composite or steel-toe shoes with rubber soles are required, and a safety vest is provided.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Memphis, Tennessee.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.80 - $31.80/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Memphis,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.