**Job Title: Crane Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled and experienced Crane Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for safely operating various types of cranes to lift and move materials. The role requires a strong commitment to safety, the ability to perform daily equipment inspections and maintenance, and the capability to understand and apply operator's manuals and load charts. **Responsibilities** + Safely operate various types of cranes to lift and move material. + Perform daily inspection and preventative maintenance on the equipment. + Read and understand operator’s manuals and load charts. + Ensure safety at all times. + Plan and assist with critical lifts. + Control crane movement in response to hand signals or radio communication. + Assist with miscellaneous tasks outside your craft as required. **Essential Skills** + Experience in crane operation and proper crane setup. + Ability to do calculations on load charts using math skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. + Basic rigging skills. + Valid Medical Examiner Card. + Valid crane operator certification from an accredited organization (NCCCO, NCCER). **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + CDL license preferred. + NCCCO License + Travel may be required. **Why Work Here?** Join our team and benefit from a supportive and safety-focused work environment. We value and invest in our employees, offering opportunities for growth and development. Work with a skilled team where your contributions make a significant impact. **Work Environment** You will be working in a heavy industry and construction environment, operating overhead cranes. The role may require travel and involves ensuring safety at all times. A valid Medical Examiner Card and crane operator certification are mandatory. The work will involve outdoor conditions and adherence to safety protocols. **Job Location** Pittsfield, Maine. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Pittsfield,ME. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.