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Crane Operator

Huntington Beach, California Job ID JR2025466587 Category All Hourly Unions Role Type Onsite Post Date Aug. 04, 2025
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Crane Operator to join our team in Huntington Beach, CA.

***Must be NCCCO accredited Crane Operator for large swing cab***

Position Responsibilities:

  • Rigging and operation of all types of mobile cranes to lift, move, lower, position, load, and unload all kinds of items within the capacity of the equipment being operated.
  • perform rigging of loads to trucks, directing, and guiding, the movement made by other crane operators.
  • Determine the most suitable type and number of lifting devices to use and the correct method of securing load so that weight limitations and clearances are observed, load properly balanced, and weight evenly distributed to avoid damage.
  • Plan and lay out for safe crane setup and operation.
  • Correlate the length and angle of the boom with the weight to be lifted and determine boom rotation clearances to avoid damage to the load and surrounding equipment or personnel.
  • Operate safely and correctly positioning of equipment to which assigned.
  • Operate all mobile cranes to lift, move, lower, position all kinds of hardware and equipment, and operate cranes where maximum configuration limits are approached. Change booms, jigs, and hoist lines when necessary.
  • Inspect cranes and equipment and perform operator maintenance.
  • Guide movement to other crane operators by the-use of hand signals or mobile two-way radios.
  • May operate tugs, forklifts, and overhead cranes in the performance of normal crane operator duties and assignments.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Experience using a Mobile Crane
  • Must be a NCCCO accredited crane operator for large swing cab

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Experience operating Forklifts, Scissor lifts, or Manlifts
  • Experience with Rigging
  • Experience running Overhead crane with appendant line or RC remote is a plus


This is an hourly position governed by a collective bargaining agreement (IAM 725)

Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Relocation:

This position is located in a location that does not offer relocation.  Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. 

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. 

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.  Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

Summary pay range: $22.00 - $42.39

Applicants must apply before August 9th to be considered for the position


Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 09, 2025


Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift


Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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