Full Time
Crane Operator
Louisville, KY
About This Role
Crane Operator needed in Louisville, KY for local construction and civil projects. You must hold NCCCO LAT and TLL certifications and be ready to operate lattice-boom and telescopic-boom cranes on job sites across the Louisville area. This is hands-on work: positioning loads, following lift plans, coordinating with riggers and signalers, and keeping equipment safe and serviceable. If you run a clean logbook, follow load charts, and put safety first, this crew needs you.
What You'll Do
- • Operate lattice boom and telescopic boom cranes for lifting, setting precast, placing rebar cages, and general hoisting duties
- • Follow lift plans, read and apply load charts, and perform proper rigging for each lift
- • Coordinate with site foremen, riggers, and signalers to position loads and sequence lifts safely
- • Perform pre-shift crane and rigging inspections; report defects and complete required logs and paperwork
- • Enforce site safety procedures, participate in toolbox talks, and follow NCCCO best practices on every lift
- • Assist in lift planning and communicate changes to the crew to maintain safe, efficient operations
What We're Looking For
- • Active NCCCO LAT (lattice) and TLL (telescopic) certifications
- • Proven experience operating lattice and telescopic cranes on construction or civil sites
- • Strong rigging skills, ability to read load charts, and familiarity with lift planning
- • Experience with precast erection, setting rebar cages, excavation/trench work, and general construction rigging
- • Ability to work with site teams, follow hand and radio signals, and enforce safety requirements
- • Reliable attendance, physical stamina for outdoor work, and willingness to work overtime when required
Qualifications
- • NCCCO Crane certifications — LAT (lattice) and TLL (telescopic) required
- • Current crane logbook or seat-time documentation
- • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to Louisville job sites
- • Ability to pass drug screen and background check
- • OSHA 10-hour or equivalent safety training preferred
What We Offer
- • Competitive pay with overtime opportunities
- • Work local Louisville projects — limited overnight travel
- • Paid safety training and NCCCO recertification support
- • PPE provided and regular maintenance support for equipment
- • Steady work with opportunities for advancement and additional certifications
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