Crane Operator

Job Title: Crane Operator

Location: Jackson, TN

Reports to: Branch Manager

FLSA Status: Full-time, non-exempt

Schedule: 7am-3:30pm, overtime and weekends expected

About the Company

CraneWorks/RentalWorks is a leading provider of crane, lifting, and specialized equipment solutions serving the construction, industrial, infrastructure, energy, and commercial markets. Through a commitment to safety, reliability, and exceptional customer service, we offer comprehensive crane rental, equipment rental, transportation, maintenance, and project support services across the Southeast and beyond.

Our team is built on a foundation of integrity, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. We take pride in developing talented employees, investing in modern equipment, and delivering solutions that help our customers complete projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule. At CraneWorks and RentalWorks, employees have the opportunity to contribute to a growing organization where teamwork, innovation, and professional development are valued every day.

Position Summary

The Crane Operator must be able to operate various types of cranes and boom trucks safely and efficiently. The Operator will act as the job site lead supervising and directing the work of Oilers, Assist Teams, and Signal Persons, and ensuring all company and job site safety protocols are followed. The Operator is responsible for job site safety and ensure that job site analysis and pre-lift inspections are performed. The ability to maintain a high standard of accuracy, work in extreme weather conditions, and operate the crane according to verbal, written, and signal instruction is required for this position.

Key Responsibilities

· Responsible for operation of crane used in heavy lifting and transport

· Reports to Branch Manager, directly supervises Oiler, Assist Team Leader, and Signal Persons

· Responsible for personal safety and safety of co-workers

· Shows commitment to safety culture through personal behavior and willingness to influence others

· Responsible for slings, cables, straps, and the crane prior to lifting operations

· Perform preventative maintenance as required to ensure safe and continual service of crane

· Supervise oiling of the crane

· Responsible for own and Rigger’s compliance with company policy, safety guidelines, and procedures that pertain to the crane operator’s job

· Remains in continual voice (radio), hand, and/or communication with rigger while operating the crane

· Responsible for creating an environment fostering open communications concerning safety issues

· Participates in safety meetings and other rigger safety programs

· Assures that all lifts are within load limits of equipment and correctly rigged

· Assures that lifting gear is inspected prior to use

· Follows correct lock-out and tag procedures

· Operates crane equipment to hoist materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner

· Performs tasks assigned by rigger during lifting procedures

· Capable of safely and productively operating a man-lift.