Crane Operator

Description:

Raulli & Sons, Inc. is a trusted leader in steel erection and heavy construction, proudly serving Central New York for decades. Our success comes from our commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork. We are looking for experienced and motivated Crane Operators to join our team.

Why Join Raulli & Sons?

You’ll be more than just a number, you’ll be an employee-owner. At Raulli & Sons, our team shares in the company’s success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). We believe in teamwork, craftsmanship, and giving every employee a voice in how we grow. If you take pride in your work and want to be part of a company with a legacy of excellence, you’re in the right place.

What You’ll Do
As a Crane Operator, you will play a key role in supporting our ironworkers and site crews by lifting, moving, and placing steel members, precast components, and heavy equipment. This position requires strong technical skill, attention to safety, and the ability to adapt to changing job site conditions.

A valid New York State Crane Operator’s Certificate of Competence is REQUIRED for this position. If you don’t have this license, you must obtain it before starting work.

Core Responsibilities

• Safely operate mobile cranes to hoist, move, and set steel beams, columns, joists, trusses, precast panels, and construction equipment.
• Conduct daily crane inspections and perform routine maintenance.
• Set up cranes on construction sites, ensuring proper leveling, blocking, and safety precautions.
• Work closely with ironworkers, riggers, and signalpersons to execute lifts.
• Interpret lift plans, load charts, and blueprints to determine proper crane configuration.
• Participate in pre-lift meetings, safety briefings, and hazard analyses.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–3 years of crane operating experience in steel erection or heavy construction required.
• New York State Crane Operators Certificate of Competence – Required.
• Lattice Boom Crane Certification preferred; Hydraulic crane certification acceptable.
• Valid Class A CDL preferred.
• OSHA 10 or 30 Construction Safety Training preferred.
• Strong knowledge of rigging practices, signaling, and load charts.
• Regular attendance is required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to climb, sit, and operate equipment for extended periods in outdoor environments.
• Moderate lifting: up to 25 pounds occasionally; up to 100 pounds on rare occasions with assistance.
• Frequent standing, walking, talking, hearing, and fine motor use of hands/fingers.
• Occasional climbing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and stooping.
• Work performed outdoors in varying weather conditions with exposure to noise and moving equipment.

What We Offer:

We know the value of your work and we show it through competitive benefits and a long-term commitment to your success:

• Prevailing Wage Pay on state and federal projects (significantly higher than base rates)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with Company Match – Invest in your future
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Because rest is part of the job
• 6 Paid Holidays – To spend time where it matters most
• Job Stability & Growth – Join a company built to last, with room to grow
• Dental Insurance – Keep your smile healthy
• Health Insurance – Quality coverage for you and your family
• Health Savings Account Match – Extra support for medical expenses
• Life Insurance – Financial protection for those who depend on you
• Supportive, Family-First Culture – Be part of a team that values your voice, your safety, and your life outside of work

Work Environment
This position is performed outdoors on active construction sites, with exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, and moving equipment. Appropriate PPE is required.

Apply Today and Build With the Best

Be part of a company that values excellence, respect, and craftsmanship. Help shape the structures that shape communities.

Raulli & Sons, Inc. is 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, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.