Job Description:
  • Job Description
  • A large, AISC-certified steel-fabrication shop in St. Louis is seeking an experienced Overhead Crane Operator. This position involves safely moving structural and miscellaneous steel throughout a busy fabrication facility.
  • The shop produces structural assemblies, stairs, railings, embeds, catwalks, and custom-fabricated steel components for commercial, industrial, and institutional construction projects.
Responsibilities:
  • Operate overhead bridge cranes to move structural steel and fabricated components
  • Load, unload, stage, and position steel throughout the shop
  • Select and inspect chains, slings, hooks, and other rigging equipment
  • Properly balance and secure loads before lifting
  • Assist saw, welding, fitting, and fabrication departments with material movement
  • Follow hand signals and communicate clearly with coworkers
  • Inspect crane and rigging equipment before use
  • Maintain an organized and safe material-storage area
  • Follow all company safety and quality procedures
Qualifications:
  • Previous overhead-crane experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
  • Experience handling beams, tubing, plate, angles, and other structural steel preferred
  • Knowledge of safe lifting and basic rigging practices
  • Ability to judge load balance, clearance, and travel paths
  • Ability to read work orders, material tags, and measurements
  • Steel-fabrication or industrial experience is strongly preferred
  • Strong attention to safety and surroundings
  • Dependable attendance and ability to work as part of a team
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and remain on your feet throughout the shift
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
This is a long-term opportunity with an established and growing steel contractor that values safety, accuracy, craftsmanship, and dependable work.
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Company Description: We Are Hiring – Long-Term, Permanent Positions AvailableWe are a skilled recruitment firm based in St. Louis, MO, specializing in connecting talented individuals with long-term, permanent opportunities in various skilled trades and industries. If you're seeking a stable career with room to grow, we want to hear from you! To apply: Please forward your resumeQuestions? Call us at (3one4) 961-4700

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