Marine Crane Operator

Description:

Marine Crane Operator & Crew Lead

Gage Marine is seeking an experienced Marine Crane Operator & Crew Lead to safely operate articulating boom cranes and lead pier crews during marine construction and offseason projects. This role requires strong leadership, sound judgment, and a consistent commitment to safe operating practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate articulating boom cranes aboard barges and lead marine work sites
• Lead and coordinate crew members, riggers, and other assigned personnel
• Conduct pre-use crane, rigging, and safety inspections; identify and report defects or unsafe conditions
• Verify load weights, rigging configurations, crane capacity, weather conditions, and vessel stability before lifts
• Participate in maintenance talks, job site analyses, safety meetings, and incident reporting
• Use general construction skills to install and remove seasonal piers, lifts and other recreation lake items

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience and certifications
• Bonus opportunities
• Overtime and rotational opportunities, where applicable
• Excellent benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), paid vacation/personal time
• Employee discounts on products and services
• Fun, family-oriented culture and outdoor recreation perks
• Paid training and certification support

Requirements:

Required Qualifications

• Current certification to operate an articulating boom crane
• Demonstrated experience operating cranes in a marine, offshore, port, barge, or vessel environment
• Previous experience leading crane crews, deck crews, or rigging teams
• Ability to work safely around moving equipment, suspended loads, changing weather, and marine conditions
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass required pre-employment screening, including drug and alcohol testing, background check, and physical/fit-for-duty requirements
• Ability to work extended shifts, overtime, weekends, and rotational schedules when required
• Ability to consistently lift 50–75 lbs. and work outdoors in variable weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications

• NCCCO or equivalent crane operator certification, where applicable
• Experience with hydraulic knuckle-boom, telescopic, pedestal-mounted, or vessel-mounted cranes
• Familiarity with vessel stability, deck loading, and marine cargo operations
• Previous knowledge of boat lifts and pier construction around Lake Geneva