Job: Boom Truck/Crane Operator

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Jobing Description

The Signal Group, Inc., which specializes in electrical construction for
the transportation industry, is seeking a Boom Truck/Crane Operator for our office in Coral Springs, Florida.

Job Summary:
Inspect, operate, and maintain a boom truck/mobile crane, mounted on crawlers or wheels, and to do so in full accord with OSHA standards and the manufacturer's specifications regarding capacity and safe operation.

Job Duties:
Essential Functions:
---Operate a boom truck/crane to hoist and move materials, raise and lower heavy weights, and perform other related operations.
---Operate a truck-mounted utility-type boom to erect signs, auger holes, to stand posts and structures, to set poles and other similar operations.
---Inspect crane before operation and perform any necessary maintenance before equipment is used.
---Calculates weights of items to be moved and checks capacity of crane to ensure that the load meets manufacturer's specifications.
---Operate equipment in response to hand or audio signals from other crew members. Will sometimes work in cooperation with another crane as a team effort.
---Obeys all safety guidelines---federal, state, and company imposed---for inspection, operation, leaving crane unattended, erecting and dismantling.
Additional Responsibilities:
---Maintains log book of operations.
---Checks clearances, overhead lines, or any obstructions to avoid any potential for accidents or damage to personnel, building, load, or equipment.
---Moves equipment on highways between construction projects.

Skills / Requirements

Work experience requirements:
---Minimum 2 year of relevant, verifiable experience required; 3+ years preferred.
---Possession of a valid state commercial operator---s license (CDL Class A or B) required.

Education/Training Requirements
---High school diploma (or equivalent) required.
---Related certifications (by the North American Crane Bureau Group, the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators, Crane Inspection Certification Bureau, or other organization) strongly desired.