Hoisting Engineer - Mobile Crane Operator

Certificate of Qualification 339A

A Hoisting Engineer - Mobile Crane Operator is a skilled tradesperson who operates and maintains mobile cranes to lift and move heavy loads at construction sites, ports, and other industrial facilities. They must have a good understanding of crane operation and maintenance, as well as safety regulations and site plans. Mobile Crane Operators work in a variety of settings and must be physically fit and able to work in all weather conditions. They must follow strict safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries on the job and may be required to obtain certification or licensing to operate specific types of cranes.

Required Skills & Features

Excellent communication skills, often with hand signals
Strong depth perception and hand-eye coordination
Ability to estimate distances and load weights
Working outdoors

Minimum Standards

Attend an Information Session
High school transcript or high school diploma (equivalent GED)
Resume & Cover Letter
Pass Trade Entrance Exam
Valid Ontario drivers licence
AZ License for Crane Rental

Apprenticeship

6000 hours of on-the-job training, supplemented by one 6-week, one 4-week, and one 2-week block of in-class technical training.

Employment Areas

Heavy Industrial Construction
Institutional and Commercial Construction
Engineering Construction
Self Employed

Duties & Responsibilities

Conduct pre and post-operational inspections on mobile cranes.
Prepare, transport, assemble, and dismantle mobile cranes.
Plan crane 'lifts,' which includes calculating crane capacity and determining load weight.
Execute rigging operations as necessary.