Crane Operator 1875/1971 - Barnhart Crane & Rigging - Cedar Rapids, IA

• Assembles and installs supporting structures, rigging, hoist, and pulling gear
• Attaches load to rigging to provide support or prepare for moving using hand and power tools
• Connects pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures with bolts, shackles, and clamps
• Cleans and dresses machines and surfaces of component parts
• Controls movements of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces
• Dismantles maintains, and stores rigging equipment
• Manipulates rigging lines and hoist to move or support materials, steel, concrete, etc.
• Selects gear, shackles, and cables according to load size, facilities, and work schedule
• Signals or gives verbal directions to workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure the safety of workers and materials
• Tests rigging to ensure safety and reliability before engaging in hoisting or lifting
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Ability to respectfully confront people when needed and lead through example
• Must pass a drug test, fit for duty test, and background check

• Communication Skills
• Reasoning Ability

• CDL – CLASS A OR B
• NCCCO
• TWIC

About Barnhart Crane & Rigging:

Barnhart has built a nationwide reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy hauling of major components used in American industry. Barnhart’s rigging and crane service is committed to continuous improvement and to be the best heavy lift and heavy transport company. Our customers can expect Barnhart to aggressively pursue innovative ways to lower overall project costs and improve safety.SETTING IDEAS IN MOTIONAt Barnhart we are in the business of assisting companies in moving and installing heavy equipment of any size. Whether it’s a lift of a few feet or a transport across the country, we set your vision in motion through an unparalleled network of resources and innovative engineering solutions that defy convention. If you can dream it, Barnhart can make it a reality.OVER 40 BRANCHES ACROSS THE U.S.The strongest network of rigging experts and equipment in the country. Barnhart’s network includes a long list of “cool tools,” including PSTe Goldhofer trailers, crane service and cranes for hire from 18 to 1,800 tons, Strand-jacks, Cantilever beams, Hydraulic Gantries, Self tailing devices, Skidding Systems, and the Modular Lift Tower.