Crane Operator

🏗️ Lift Big, Travel Far - Become a Crane Operator at National Sign Erectors! 🏗️

Position: Crane Operator

Company: National Sign Erectors

Pay Range: $28 - $32 per hour, based on experience

Travel Projects with Per Diem (hotels and meals provided)

Industry: Commercial General Construction

Location: Beulah, MI

Job Overview

National Sign Erectors is seeking a certified and dependable Crane Operator to join our field operations team. This position is perfect for a skilled professional who's ready to travel and work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. If you have a CDL, fixed cab certification, and a strong commitment to jobsite safety, we want you on our team. This is a hands-on role for someone who's not only great behind the controls but also willing to jump in and support the crew when a crane isn't needed.

Who We Are

National Sign Erectors provides commercial steel sign erection services across the country. Our team thrives on collaboration, variety, and the excitement of travel-based projects. We're family-oriented, operate at a high pace, and pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the bonds we build across the team. Learn more at nse.services.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate cranes (primarily fixed cab) on commercial job sites for sign erection and steel placements
• Maintain safe crane operations in all weather and site conditions
• Perform pre-operation inspections and routine maintenance
• Transport crane equipment as needed (requires CDL)
• Assist field crews with general labor tasks when crane operation is not required
• Follow all OSHA, DOT, and company safety protocols
• Communicate effectively with riggers, foremen, and site supervisors
• Adhere to schedules, deadlines, and travel rotation timelines
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of crane operation experience preferred
• Current Fixed Cab Crane Certification required
• Valid CDL (Commercial Driver's License) required
• Proven ability to operate cranes safely and efficiently
• Willingness to travel nationally on 10-14 day runs
• Flexibility to assist on-site when crane is not in use
• Strong teamwork ethic and adaptability
• Safety-first mindset with a professional and proactive attitude
  
  

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave
• Travel Projects with Per Diem (Meals and Hotel Provided)
• Company Tools & Safety PPE Provided
• Paid Training and Certifications
• Bi-Weekly Pay Cycle
• Retirement Savings Program
• Employee Stock or Profit Sharing
• Year-End Bonus
• Company Events and Team-Building Activities
• Supportive, Family-Oriented Culture
  
  

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Travel-Based Schedule: 10-14 day project runs followed by 4-5 days off
  
  

Work Location

• Nationwide job site travel required
• Home base determined by project logistics and candidate residence
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Compliance Statement

A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.