Crane Operator

Job Summary:

The Crane Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of hydraulic and/or cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, and/or products in various directions. This role requires a strong understanding of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate cranes and other equipment to lift, move, and place loads.
• Determine load weights and check them against lifting capacities to prevent overload.
• Load or unload bundles from trucks or move material to or from containers using moving equipment.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
• Align machine with reference stakes and guidelines, ground, or positioning equipment following hand or audio signals from other workers.
• Coordinate machine actions with other activities.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED Certification required.
• Related training or experience operating different types of cranes preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive an automobile.

Working Conditions:

This position requires working in a scrap yard environment, exposed to all weather conditions, and physical hazards such as noise, fumes, and dirt. Safety shoes, hearing protection, respirators, and face shields must be worn to eliminate risks associated with these hazards.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit in the seat of a crane continually, up to 60 feet off ground level.
• Stand rarely except when walking to and from the worksite.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds rarely.
• Crouch or bend at the knees occasionally to inspect crane.
• Stoop or bend at the waist occasionally to increase visibility.
• Reach at arms length and overhead frequently when operating crane levers.
• Twist and turn at the neck and trunk continually.
• Climb occasionally when entering crane cab.
• Walk frequently on uneven ground.
• Handle and grasp levers and dials continually.
• Continuous leg and foot motion when using pedals.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Radius Recycling participates in e-verify for all new hires and is an Equal Opportunity Employer, not discriminating on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state or federal law.