CRANE OPERATOR RESUME EXAMPLE

Published: August 28, 2024 - The Crane Operator coordinates product movement from plant to yard and to job sites, ensuring safe crane operations through daily inspections and start-up checks. The position's levers are manipulated for yard crane operation, with strict adherence to safe hitching and load positioning protocols in collaboration with the yard crew. Maintenance duties include preventive measures on cranes and heavy equipment, preparing items for shipment by loading them onto trailers

Tips for Crane Operator Skills and Responsibilities on a Resume

1. Crane Operator, B&G Construction, Houston, TX

Job Summary:

  • Comply with all safety policies and procedures
  • Determine crane configuration and assist in the erection and dismantling of crane
  • Complete daily inspection of crane mechanisms and lifting accessories and monitor the crane performance on an ongoing basis to prevent malfunctions and damage
  • Clean, lubricate and maintain mechanisms such as cables, pulleys and grappling devices
  • Inspect cables and grappling devices for wear and install or replace cables
  • Determine weight loads and check them against lifting capacities to prevent overload
  • Communicate with workers on the ground in a clear manner using both radio and hand communication
  • Operating mobile and truck-mount cranes
  • Maintain a clean and organized equipment storage building
  • Work alongside contractor crane operators


Skills on Resume: 

  • Safety Compliance (Hard Skills)
  • Crane Erection and Dismantling (Hard Skills)
  • Crane Inspection and Monitoring (Hard Skills)
  • Equipment Maintenance (Hard Skills)
  • Cable Inspection and Replacement (Hard Skills)
  • Load Weight Calculation (Hard Skills)
  • Communication and Coordination (Soft Skills)
  • Mobile Crane Operation (Hard Skills)

2. Crane Operator, Highmark Concrete, Los Angeles, CA

Job Summary:

  • Conduct all necessary inspections on the crane and crane equipment to assure operability and proper operations of all safety devices.
  • Position crane boom overloads to be moved
  • Perform or assist with the rigging of the load to be moved
  • Move material during assembly operations if needed
  • Place goods in designated locations
  • Maintain hands-on necessary switches to allow for stopping quickly in case of an emergency
  • Assure that other personnel working with the crane operator fully understand hand signals or similar instructions before starting crane operations.
  • Observe and practice all safety procedures and policies, taking special precautions when moving objects over occupied areas.
  • Operate a variety of material-moving equipment (up to and including a 30-ton Crane, forklift, loader, grader, onsite vehicles etc.) to accomplish work order goals according to the Supervisor or job task requirements.
  • Inspect all equipment before operating and perform minor repairs and maintenance when applicable. 


Skills on Resume: 

  • Crane and Equipment Inspection (Hard Skills)
  • Load Positioning (Hard Skills)
  • Rigging Assistance (Hard Skills)
  • Material Handling (Hard Skills)
  • Emergency Response (Hard Skills)
  • Safety Communication (Soft Skills)
  • Safety Procedures Adherence (Soft Skills)
  • Material-Moving Equipment Operation (Hard Skills)

3. Crane Operator, Summit Equipment Rentals, Miami, FL

Job Summary:

  • Review work assignments to plan and coordinate the movement of product from the plant to the yard and from the yard to the job site.
  • Perform a start-up inspection at the beginning of each shift to ensure the crane is safe to operate.
  • Perform daily inspection of wire ropes and rigging.
  • Pushes and pulls levers to operate yard crane
  • Lifting product off of forms and placing on yard trailers, lifting the product from the trailer and transporting to a suitable location in the yard.
  • Observe all prescribed regulations regarding safe operation of the crane.
  • Works with yard crew to ensure proper hitching procedures are followed.
  • Communicates with yard crew using hand signals when lifting, transporting and positioning loads.
  • Prepares piece for final shipment by removing product from the yard storage area, transporting to a trailer and loading it on a trailer for final shipment.
  • Perform necessary preventative maintenance on the crane/heavey equipment piece


Skills on Resume: 

  • Work Assignment Coordination (Soft Skills)
  • Crane Start-Up Inspection (Hard Skills)
  • Rigging Inspection (Hard Skills)
  • Crane Operation (Hard Skills)
  • Product Lifting (Hard Skills)
  • Safety Regulation Compliance (Soft Skills)
  • Hitching Procedure Oversight (Hard Skills)
  • Hand Signal Communication (Soft Skills)

4. Crane Operator, Tower Crane Services, Las Vegas, NV

Job Summary:

  • Enter service requests for mechanical repairs when self-repairs are not feasible.
  • Adhere to all safety requirements as well as government standards and regulations.
  • Inspect and inventory rigging equipment (Slings, chokers, chain falls, come- a -longs etc.)
  • Operate hydraulic cranes to load and unload construction equipment or other articles of size and weight.
  • Follow company and OSHA safety procedures. 
  • Bring problems to the attention of the Foreman, Facility Manager, or Safety and Risk Manager.
  • Follow Daily Procedures & Protocols as set forth in job orientations or as sanctioned by governing authorities with respect to the safe operation
  • Regular inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment including lift trucks and cranes, and refer defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
  • Possess a clear understanding and demonstrated knowledge of lift charts and crane capacity ratings, hand signals and communication signals used in the operation of equipment.
  • Drive and operate the equipment under varying working conditions.
  • Perform manual work requiring periods of extensive physical exertion and potential exposure to all reasonable weather conditions.


Skills on Resume: 

  • Service Request Management (Hard Skills)
  • Safety Compliance (Hard Skills)
  • Equipment Inspection (Hard Skills)
  • Crane Operation (Hard Skills)
  • Problem Reporting (Soft Skills)
  • Procedure Adherence (Soft Skills)
  • Preventive Maintenance (Hard Skills)
  • Physical Endurance (Hard Skills)

5. Crane Operator, Precision Lifting Corp, Phoenix, AZ

Job Summary:

  • Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, ensure all tasks allocated are carried out safely and efficiently.
  • Operate and maintain the CMMP crane and associated lifting/rigging equipment
  • Maintain a rigging loft.
  • Carry out Mechanical Preventative, Planned and Corrective Maintenance on all CMMP and SPM plant.
  • Carry out all required mechanical maintenance routines or mechanical work on the following Replacement or refilling of lubricants, refrigeration fluids, hydraulic fluids, Replacement of air and oil filters, Mechanical valves and associated actuators (Manual or Powered), Flanges - bolt tensioning, torquing, flange and gasket alignment
  • Opening and closing flanges to replace gaskets, inserting or removing blinds, and spades, turning spectacle blinds, removing or installing pipe spools
  • Opening and closing manways on static equipment, Mechanical Isolations and Rotating Equipment, removal, opening, clean, reassembly and installation.
  • Coaching and instructing students in all aspects of Crane Operations
  • Prepare all students to successfully obtain (NCO) certification
  • Report any equipment malfunction or problems to a supervisor.
  • Performs minor maintenance to the crane including daily greasing, oil changes, adding fluids and replacing worn wire ropes.


Skills on Resume: 

  • Operate and Maintain Equipment (Hard Skills)
  • Mechanical Maintenance (Hard Skills)
  • Rigging Loft Management (Hard Skills)
  • Flange and Gasket Handling (Hard Skills)
  • Coaching and Instruction (Soft Skills)
  • Certification Preparation (Soft Skills)
  • Equipment Malfunction Reporting (Soft Skills)
  • Minor Crane Maintenance (Hard Skills)

6. Crane Operator, Coastal Crane Service, Philadelphia, PA

Job Summary:

  • Follow all OSHA and Company safety standards and procedures.
  • Wear all personal protective equipment designated for job function.
  • Maintain a clean and safe working area.
  • Inspect incoming material.
  • Track material usage and scrap.
  • Load and unload materials from storage, cradles, and reels.
  • Work closely with material handlers in staging or returning all raw and finished material.
  • Assist die setters with setting up automatic presses when time permits.
  • Obtain a license for forklifts and safely operate overhead cranes.
  • Learn automatic punch press operations.
  • Reading and comprehension of work orders, movie tickets, pick lists, signs, and labels.
  • Follows instructions, guidelines and procedures timely and accurately.
  • Performing plant clean up/housekeeping including putting away tools, sweeping debris and cleaning cluttered areas.


Skills on Resume: 

  • Safety Standards Compliance (Hard Skills)
  • Material Inspection (Hard Skills)
  • Forklift and Crane Operation (Hard Skills)
  • Work Area Maintenance (Soft Skills)
  • Material Tracking (Hard Skills)
  • Collaboration with Material Handlers (Soft Skills)
  • Automatic Press Setup Assistance (Hard Skills)
  • Work Order Comprehension (Soft Skills)