NCCCO & CDL Class A Required

Location: Odessa, TX (West Texas)
Employment Type: Full‑Time
Compensation: Based on verified experience
Schedule: Local Monday–Friday & Rotational Options | Overtime Available

Position Summary

Seeking a qualified Hydraulic Crane Operator with 5+ years of verifiable experience operating 250‑ton or larger cranes. Candidates must hold current NCCCO certification and a valid CDL Class A. Work supports Oil & Gas, Industrial, Heavy Civil, Wind, Refinery, and Plant Shutdown projects throughout West Texas.

Candidates with crawler crane experience and dual NCCCO certification are prioritized

Essential Duties

Operate 250‑ton and larger hydraulic cranes

Perform lifts in accordance with approved lift plans

Conduct daily and pre‑shift equipment inspections

Interpret load charts, lift radii, and boom configurations

Communicate with riggers, signal persons, lift directors, and supervisors

Assist with crane setup, mats, cribbing, mobilization, and demobilization

Comply with OSHA, NCCCO, and site‑specific safety requirements

Complete required documentation accurately

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years of verifiable hydraulic crane operating experience

Proven experience operating 250‑ton or larger cranes

Current NCCCO Certification – required

Valid CDL Class A – required

Working knowledge of crane safety standards and procedures

Ability to work extended hours and outdoors

Ability to pass drug screening and background check

Work Schedule

Local: Monday – Friday

Rotational schedules available:

14 days on / 7 days off

28 days on / 14 days off

Additional Qualifications

Crawler crane experience is a definite plus; priority given to candidates holding dual NCCCO certifications (hydraulic and crawler/lattice boom)

Experience with crane manufacturers:
Grove, Manitowoc, Liebherr

Safety credentials preferred:
TWIC, OSHA 10 or OSHA 30, PEC, Safeland

Compensation & Benefits

Pay based on verified experience

Overtime available

Benefits package offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

Do you currently hold a valid CDL Class A?
Are you currently NCCCO certified?
How many years of verifiable experience operating 250‑ton+ hydraulic cranes do you have?
Do you hold dual NCCCO certifications (hydraulic and crawler/lattice boom)?
Are you available for local Monday–Friday work or rotational "Hitch" schedules (14/7 or 28/14)?

Work Location: In person

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