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Crane and Tower Operators

SOC 53-7021.00

Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in many directions.

Zone 3 Transportation and Material Moving

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Operation and Control

3.9

Operation Monitoring

3.8

Critical Thinking

3.2

Active Listening

3.1

Monitoring

3.1

Reading Comprehension

3.0

Speaking

3.0

Judgment and Decision Making

3.0

Knowledge Areas 8

Mechanical

3.5

Mathematics

3.0

Transportation

2.9

English Language

2.9

Public Safety and Security

2.8

Building and Construction

2.7

Education and Training

2.6

Production and Processing

2.5

Key Tasks

1Determine load weights and check them against lifting capacities to prevent overload.

2Move levers, depress foot pedals, or turn dials to operate cranes, cherry pickers, electromagnets, or other moving equipment for lifting, moving, or placing loads.

3Inspect and adjust crane mechanisms or lifting accessories to prevent malfunctions or damage.

4Inspect cables or grappling devices for wear and install or replace cables, as needed.

5Direct helpers engaged in placing blocking or outrigging under cranes.

Also Known As

Acid Crane Operator Boom Cat Operator Boom Crane Operator Boomswing Operator Bottom Crane Operator Bridge Crane Operator Burial Vault Deliverer and Installer Cantilever Crane Operator Cathead Operator Charging Crane Operator