Contract Crane Operator

Contract Crane Operator Skilled Labor

GREENVILLE

, SC Start your new career as a Crane Operator - Contract with MAU at GE in Greenville, SC. As a Crane Operator - Contract, you will safely operate overhead cranes and support machinery installation by planning and executing precise lifting activities in industrial environments. This is a project-based contract.

What We Offer:

Up to $50.00 per hour First Shift schedule | Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Health benefits Dental insurance

What We're Looking For:

High school diploma or equivalent Proven experience operating overhead cranes in industrial, construction, manufacturing, or machinery installation environments Experience preparing or contributing to lift plans for heavy equipment or machinery moves Strong knowledge of crane load charts, rigging principles, load control, and safe lifting practices Ability to assess load characteristics, select appropriate rigging equipment, and plan safe lift paths Ability to interpret equipment drawings, installation plans, and jobsite requirements Familiarity with standard hand signals and radio communication protocols Strong commitment to workplace safety and safe material handling practices Ability to work effectively as part of a team in active industrial environments Documented training similar to NCCCO licensing, including hands-on crane operation and rigging training

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting machinery setting, millwright work, or industrial equipment installation Experience developing critical lift plans Forklift, aerial lift, or other mobile equipment experience OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification What You'll Do as a

Crane Operator:

Operate overhead cranes to lift, move, position, and place machinery, equipment, and components during installation projects Develop, review, and follow lift plans for routine, critical, and non-routine lifting activities Determine load weights, center of gravity, lift points, crane capacity, travel path, and rigging requirements before performing lifts Coordinate with supervisors, engineers, riggers, and installation teams to plan safe and efficient lifting operations Conduct pre-lift assessments to identify hazards such as overhead obstructions, confined spaces, floor loading limits, personnel exposure, and environmental conditions Perform pre-operation inspections of cranes, hoists, slings, hooks, chains, spreader bars, and other lifting devices Verify rigging configurations and ensure all lifting attachments are appropriate and rated for intended loads Follow approved lift plans, hand signals, radio communication protocols, and site-specific safety procedures Assist installation teams with precise placement of machinery into foundations, skids, or designated operating positions Support unloading, staging, and sequencing of machinery and materials in preparation for installation Monitor crane performance during operation and report any mechanical, electrical, or safety issues immediately Maintain awareness of load path, clearances, personnel location, and changing site conditions throughout each lift Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and applicable standards related to crane operation, rigging, and material handling Maintain lift plan documentation, inspection records, and operational logs as required Participate in job hazard analyses, toolbox talks, pre-lift meetings, and post-lift reviews when needed

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and work for extended periods Ability to safely work at heights or in congested industrial environments when required Ability to lift and carry tools or equipment within defined job limits Sufficient vision, depth perception, and coordination to safely operate lifting equipment Ability to work in varying indoor and outdoor conditions

Work Environment:

Industrial plants, manufacturing facilities, construction sites, and equipment installation locations Exposure to noise, dust, vibration, and moving equipment May require overtime, weekends, and travel depending on project schedules