• Crane Operator

    Aerotek (Oakland Park, FL)


    Crane Operator

     

    Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

    Shift: 2nd Shift

    + **Monday–Thursday: 4:30 PM – 2:00 AM**

    + **Friday: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM**

    + **Optional Saturdays: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM**

     

    Join Our Team as a Crane Operator

     

    Are you an experienced Crane Operator looking for a long-term opportunity with room to grow? We’re hiring a skilled and safety-focused professional to join our team in Oakland Park. This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to build a career in a company that values hard work, safety, and internal advancement.

    What You’ll Do

    + Operate mobile, tower, and overhead cranes to move materials safely and efficiently.

    + Perform daily inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.

    + Calculate load weights and apply proper rigging techniques.

    + Follow OSHA regulations and company safety protocols at all times.

    + Communicate clearly with ground crews and team members to coordinate lifts.

    + Interpret lift plans and project specifications accurately.

    + Maintain detailed logs of operations, inspections, and safety checks.

    + Monitor weather and environmental conditions that may affect crane operations.

    + Report any equipment issues or safety concerns promptly.

     

    What We’re Looking For

    Required:

    + 2–3 years of crane operation experience.

    + High school diploma or equivalent.

    + OSHA safety certifications.

    + Strong understanding of rigging and load calculations.

    + Excellent spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination.

    + Proven safety record and attention to detail.

    + Physical ability to climb, lift, and inspect equipment.

    + Team-oriented with strong communication skills.

    Preferred:

    + Overhead crane experience.

    + Familiarity with forklifts, banding, palletizing, and general material handling.

    + Ability to read tape measures and perform basic math.

    Why You’ll Love Working Here

    + Career Growth: Many of our leaders started in entry-level roles. Our Assistant Plant Manager began as a contractor and grew with the company over 12 years.

    + Supportive Culture:We value teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.

    + Path to Permanent Employment:Contractors who perform well are often hired permanently and become eligible for benefits and pay increases.

    + Hands-On Work: If you enjoy working with machinery and being part of a high-performing team, this is the place for you.

    Work Environment

    + Open-air shop covered by sheet metal—can be loud and dusty.

    + Requires standing, walking, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

    + Safety gear, including boots, is required.

    + Occasional use of ladders and lifts.

    + Additional hours and weekend work may be required based on workload.

     

    Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and join a team that values your skills and supports your growth.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/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 Oakland Park,FL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 20, 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.