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Tradesmen International, Inc.

Equipment Operator

Job Description

Description Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Equipment Operators for projects located in or around Manistee, MI. This is a first shift opportunity and the pay rate is up to $38/hour based on experience and skill level. IF you are an Equipment Operator and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!
Job Scope:
Operate a 55-Ton Rough Terrain (RT55) Crane on an active construction site Lift and position steel panels and rings used in the construction of above-ground storage tanks Safely maneuver loads according to site plans and lift procedures Coordinate with ironworkers, fitters, and project personnel during lifting operations Perform pre-operation equipment inspections and maintain safe crane operation practices Remain available in the operator seat between scheduled lifts as project demands require Follow all OSHA and site-specific safety requirements
Requirements:
Current Crane Operator Certification from an accredited organization such as NCCCO or NCCER/NCCA-approved testing organization OSHA 10 Certification or higher Experience operating Rough Terrain Cranes Experience on industrial or heavy construction projects Must have proper PPE Must be reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work effectively with the project team " Be Safe" from fraud! Tradesmen International will never ask you to pay for certifications, equipment, or other "up front" costs as a condition of hire. Similarly, we do not request pictures of documents or IDs to private phone numbers or email addresses. If in doubt, pleasecall or visit your closest Tradesmen office (https://www.tradesmeninternational.com/directory/) to verify the request. Click here to visit Tradesmen's full website. (http://www.tradesmeninternational.com) Location
US-MI-MANISTEE
Posted Date 1 hour ago (9/16/2026 6:24 PM) Req
ID 2026-367535
Category Equipment - Operator Travel Yes Location
US-MI-MANISTEE
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An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.

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