Crane Operator

Job Title: Crane Operator Job Description We are seeking dedicated and skilled crane operators to join our team. This role involves extensive training, including learning inventory locations, color codes for steel, and mastering crane operations based on previous experience. You will be required to walk for 8-10 hour shifts, covering approximately 8 miles a day, in a role that combines both indoor and outdoor duties. Responsibilities + Train and learn inventory locations and color coding for steel. + Shadow trainers and engage in general clean-up tasks. + Operate cranes in both indoor and outdoor settings, adhering to safety rules. + Load flatbed trailers and railcars, including rigging and documentation of outgoing loads. + Move materials using overhead cranes and ensure accurate shipping reports and bills of lading. + Maintain housekeeping standards and manage warehouse inventory. + Possibly train to become a saw or brake operator, forklift operator, or operate steel bending machines or beam saw/cutters. Essential Skills + Heavy industrial or construction experience. + Ability to read a tape measure and verify measurements. + Capability to learn and retain information based on color coding. + Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform tasks requiring reaching, stooping, and squatting. + Experience operating equipment safely in a heavy industry or construction environment. + Ability to jump onto and off trailers safely. Why Work Here? Our company offers a competitive starting wage with the potential for pay increases upon permanent employment. We have a unique shares program that adds value to your paycheck based on company performance, offering stability and rewarding hard work. Employees appreciate the steady income and opportunity for advancement, creating a satisfying and secure work environment. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Petersburg, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:u2022 Medical, dental & visionu2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospitalu2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableu2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)u2022 Short and long-term disabilityu2022 Health Spending Account (HSA)u2022 Transportation benefitsu2022 Employee Assistance Programu2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Petersburg,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2026. 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 u2013 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 companiesu2019 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.

Created: 2026-02-04