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Berkel & Co

Crane Operator

Pay: $28.96/hr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Washington, DC (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/2/2026

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What they do

A Crane Operator operates cranes, machines used to maneuver materials and lift and lower objects from a great height. Works at construction sites, ports, logging sites, and electrical repair sites.

$61,572 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Crane Operator Berkel & Co - 4.1 Washington, DC Job Details Full-time From $28.96 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Crane Certification Machine repair Visual crane signals High school diploma or GED Driver's License Machine minor repairs Mechanical systems repair

Full Job Description Position Summary:

Berkel & Company is seeking an experienced Crane Operator. The crane operator's duties include operating the lattice boom or displacement cranes for the purpose of safely lifting, moving, and positioning materials and equipment in the support of ongoing field operations. On certain projects, a Berkel crane might be supporting a drilling lead or platform, in which case crane operation is focused on the safe lifting, moving, and positioning of the leads and auger stem for the purpose of setting up on drilling locations. This position requires a candidate who is knowledgeable of the crane hand signals of the American National Standard, Crawler, Locomotive and Truck Cranes, ANSI B30.5b-1985.

Job Responsibilities:

Observe the assembly and disassembly of the crane to determine proper safety measures are being followed. Manipulate the crane in a safe manner and in accordance with written, verbal, or signal instructions. Clean and maintain the crane and hoisting mechanism. Conduct daily crane inspections and notify the site supervisor of any defective parts for repair. Prevent damage to equipment due to mistakes, carelessness, and incorrect process or procedures. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

Requirements:

High-school diploma/ GED. 2 years or related work experience or training. Valid Driver's license. CCO or comparable is required. Mechanical aptitude in order to adequately repair minor repairs on the machine. Compensation will be per Union Operating Engineers scale. XJ6