Crane Operator

As a Crane Operator, you will be responsible for picking up and placing templates for pile locations and supporting crane activities and pile deliveries. Your role will include the daily inspection of tools and safety premises, attending toolbox talks, and maintaining a safe and organized site environment. You will also operate hydraulically and diesel-driven pile hammers with fixed or swinging leads to drive various types of piles, including concrete, sheet, H-pile, and pipe piles. Additional tasks include utilizing vibratory hammers, installing shoring systems, and assisting other crew members as directed.

• Pick up and place templates for pile locations.
• Support crane activities and pile deliveries.
• Inspect tools and safety premises daily.
• Attend toolbox talks and maintain a safe atmosphere.
• Keep the site clean and organized.
• Operate hydraulically and diesel-driven pile hammers.
• Utilize vibratory hammers to drive sheet piling.
• Install shoring systems including walers and struts.
• Utilize basic load charts for cranes and hoisting equipment.
• Record pile blow counts.
• Assist pile crew members and other crews with various tasks as directed by the Superintendent.

• Experience with concrete pilings.
• Previous experience with, and understanding of, the pile driving process and heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and understand heavy construction plans.
• Previous experience in a pile driving crew.

• Experience in carpentry and understanding elevations is a plus.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others.
• Accustomed to working outdoors with exposure to all weather conditions.

Enjoy overtime opportunities and the potential for growth and promotions in a small company environment.

Work will be conducted outdoors in various locations such as NN, Norfolk, Chesapeake, and VB. The work schedule is Monday through Friday from 7 am to 4 pm.

This is a Permanent position based out of Virginia Beach, VA.

The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $75000.00/yr.

Direct with company Opportunity to join union with them OT opportunity

This is a fully onsite position in Virginia Beach,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.