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 + Year-End Bonus

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.

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