CDL Crane Operator (Billings, MT) at Sterling Crane Usa in Billings, MT | Kablio

Role

Description

crane operation

ground inspection

equipment maintenance

license management

radio communication

log keeping

Efficiently and safely operate a variety of specialized machinery in accordance with established procedures and guidelines ensuring the right selection and set up is made regarding crane, lift or hoist
Inspects and assesses ground conditions as well as any possible overhead obstructions
Maintain equipment through daily inspections, to include performance of routine maintenance and minor repairs.
Maintain a current NCCCO Crane Operators License for qualified equipment
Maintain visual and radio communications with ground operators according to best practices and site safety regulations, and respond to questions and instructions clearly and quickly
Maintain logs and records of operational activities

Requirements

cdl

3+ yrs

cranes

high school

teamwork

lifting

Must be able to lift a minimum of 65 lbs occasionally and 50 lbs regularly
High school diploma or equivalent
Dependable and reliable with flexibility to work overtime, when necessary
Ability to sit for long periods of time
Ability to read and understand technical drawings, materials or instructions
Good verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions, applicable safety regulations, and to maintain records
Must have strong ability work well within a team environment.
Minimum 3 years experience working with rough terrain cranes, carry decks, crawlers and mobile cranes
Strong depth perception and quick reaction time
Visual capabilities to follow hand signals, maintain all logs and operate machinery
Successfully pass post offer drug and physical screens and have a background that meets company requirements
Class A CDL
Ability to work in a variety of weather including extreme heat and cold

Benefits

Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
Marmon Employee Discount Program
401K with Company match
Holiday Pay
Vacation Pay
Annual reimbursement for safety shoe and prescription safety eyewear
Medical, Dental and Vision

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must pass post‑offer drug and physical screens and meet company background requirements

Company

Overview

Founded in 1954

Year of establishment

The company was established in 1954 and has grown into a leading firm in heavy-lift crane rentals and engineered lifting solutions.

600+ Units

Fleet size

Operates a modern fleet of over 600 units for national heavy-lift operations.

Grown into a Marmon (Berkshire Hathaway)-backed leader in heavy-lift crane rentals and engineered lifting solutions.
Deploys a fleet of hydraulic, all-terrain, rough-terrain, boom-truck, carry-deck, and crawler cranes tailored to diverse sites.
Serves major sectors—commercial construction, infrastructure, mining, oil & gas, petrochemical, power, and refineries—tackling both routine and complex heavy lifts.
Offers lift plans, rigging studies, feasibility assessments, and 3D CAD models to ensure precision and safety.
Holds a top-tier safety record backed by zero-incident policies.
Typical projects include plant shutdowns, refineries, and infrastructure builds, offering contract lifting and full project management.
Operates over U.S. locations (and additional in Canada), boasting a modern fleet for national heavy-lift operations.
Combines bespoke engineering services with a rental fleet, providing one-stop solutions from planning through execution.

Culture + Values

$2.5M Saved

Cost Savings via Telematics

Annual maintenance costs reduced using telematics technology for smarter equipment management.

10k+ Hours Saved

Efficiency Gains

Over 10,000 technician hours saved annually through technology-driven maintenance processes.

Safety is our leading core value – we do not compromise on safety and expect everyone on our team to share this commitment.
Continuous improvement in safety performance via ‘Let’s Talk Safety Observations’, incident tracking and root‑cause investigations.
Thorough workforce training protocols combining classroom and on‑site learning to ensure competency and professional performance.
Empowerment of employees to voice safety concerns and call brief work‑stops to address them.
Daily reporting of HSE events (unsafe situations, incidents, near misses) and proactive submission of improvement ideas.

Environment + Sustainability

50% waste reduction

Construction Waste Target

Aims to reduce construction waste sent to landfills by 50% by 2035 through improved recycling and resource management.

Net‑zero by 2040

Emissions Target

Strives to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040, aligning with global sustainability goals.

Committed to environmental best practices and pollution prevention through continuous improvement.
Manage business to ensure compliance with all applicable environmental standards and laws.
Prevent environmental incidents and respond immediately, cooperating with government agencies.
Reduce emissions and waste by integrating pollution prevention processes.
Reduce use of water and energy; reduce, reuse and recycle materials and supplies; use biodegradable alternatives where practical.
Continuously seek to improve environmental performance by identifying efforts to reduce pollution, waste and consumption of resources.
Efficient use and preventive maintenance of cranes, vehicles and equipment to minimize environmental impact.
Published 2025 sustainability report ’Building Tomorrow Today’, detailing carbon footprint reduction, renewable energy integration, sustainable materials, and water conservation.
Use of drones and digital tools to reduce carbon, on‑site recycling processes to cut construction‑waste volumes at project sites.

Inclusion & Diversity

2024 Proxy

Board Diversity Disclosure

Diversity details of the Board of Directors are provided in the 2024 Proxy Statement.

No Gender Data

Workforce Statistics

The organization has not publicly disclosed gender-specific workforce statistics.

Commitment to protecting human rights across all businesses and subsidiaries.
Strives to create an inclusive culture to allow all employees from diverse races, cultures, backgrounds, and genders to thrive.

Articles

Sterling Crane USA Reddit discussion (employee experiences)

Fort Collins operations manager contact

Role

Description

crane operation

ground inspection

equipment maintenance

license management

radio communication

log keeping

Efficiently and safely operate a variety of specialized machinery in accordance with established procedures and guidelines ensuring the right selection and set up is made regarding crane, lift or hoist
Inspects and assesses ground conditions as well as any possible overhead obstructions
Maintain equipment through daily inspections, to include performance of routine maintenance and minor repairs.
Maintain a current NCCCO Crane Operators License for qualified equipment
Maintain visual and radio communications with ground operators according to best practices and site safety regulations, and respond to questions and instructions clearly and quickly
Maintain logs and records of operational activities

Requirements

cdl

3+ yrs

cranes

high school

teamwork

lifting

Must be able to lift a minimum of 65 lbs occasionally and 50 lbs regularly
High school diploma or equivalent
Dependable and reliable with flexibility to work overtime, when necessary
Ability to sit for long periods of time
Ability to read and understand technical drawings, materials or instructions
Good verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions, applicable safety regulations, and to maintain records
Must have strong ability work well within a team environment.
Minimum 3 years experience working with rough terrain cranes, carry decks, crawlers and mobile cranes
Strong depth perception and quick reaction time
Visual capabilities to follow hand signals, maintain all logs and operate machinery
Successfully pass post offer drug and physical screens and have a background that meets company requirements
Class A CDL
Ability to work in a variety of weather including extreme heat and cold

Benefits

Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
Marmon Employee Discount Program
401K with Company match
Holiday Pay
Vacation Pay
Annual reimbursement for safety shoe and prescription safety eyewear
Medical, Dental and Vision

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must pass post‑offer drug and physical screens and meet company background requirements

Company

Overview

Founded in 1954

Year of establishment

The company was established in 1954 and has grown into a leading firm in heavy-lift crane rentals and engineered lifting solutions.

600+ Units

Fleet size

Operates a modern fleet of over 600 units for national heavy-lift operations.

Grown into a Marmon (Berkshire Hathaway)-backed leader in heavy-lift crane rentals and engineered lifting solutions.
Deploys a fleet of hydraulic, all-terrain, rough-terrain, boom-truck, carry-deck, and crawler cranes tailored to diverse sites.
Serves major sectors—commercial construction, infrastructure, mining, oil & gas, petrochemical, power, and refineries—tackling both routine and complex heavy lifts.
Offers lift plans, rigging studies, feasibility assessments, and 3D CAD models to ensure precision and safety.
Holds a top-tier safety record backed by zero-incident policies.
Typical projects include plant shutdowns, refineries, and infrastructure builds, offering contract lifting and full project management.
Operates over U.S. locations (and additional in Canada), boasting a modern fleet for national heavy-lift operations.
Combines bespoke engineering services with a rental fleet, providing one-stop solutions from planning through execution.

Culture + Values

$2.5M Saved

Cost Savings via Telematics

Annual maintenance costs reduced using telematics technology for smarter equipment management.

10k+ Hours Saved

Efficiency Gains

Over 10,000 technician hours saved annually through technology-driven maintenance processes.

Safety is our leading core value – we do not compromise on safety and expect everyone on our team to share this commitment.
Continuous improvement in safety performance via ‘Let’s Talk Safety Observations’, incident tracking and root‑cause investigations.
Thorough workforce training protocols combining classroom and on‑site learning to ensure competency and professional performance.
Empowerment of employees to voice safety concerns and call brief work‑stops to address them.
Daily reporting of HSE events (unsafe situations, incidents, near misses) and proactive submission of improvement ideas.

Environment + Sustainability

50% waste reduction

Construction Waste Target

Aims to reduce construction waste sent to landfills by 50% by 2035 through improved recycling and resource management.

Net‑zero by 2040

Emissions Target

Strives to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040, aligning with global sustainability goals.

Committed to environmental best practices and pollution prevention through continuous improvement.
Manage business to ensure compliance with all applicable environmental standards and laws.
Prevent environmental incidents and respond immediately, cooperating with government agencies.
Reduce emissions and waste by integrating pollution prevention processes.
Reduce use of water and energy; reduce, reuse and recycle materials and supplies; use biodegradable alternatives where practical.
Continuously seek to improve environmental performance by identifying efforts to reduce pollution, waste and consumption of resources.
Efficient use and preventive maintenance of cranes, vehicles and equipment to minimize environmental impact.
Published 2025 sustainability report ’Building Tomorrow Today’, detailing carbon footprint reduction, renewable energy integration, sustainable materials, and water conservation.
Use of drones and digital tools to reduce carbon, on‑site recycling processes to cut construction‑waste volumes at project sites.

Inclusion & Diversity

2024 Proxy

Board Diversity Disclosure

Diversity details of the Board of Directors are provided in the 2024 Proxy Statement.

No Gender Data

Workforce Statistics

The organization has not publicly disclosed gender-specific workforce statistics.

Commitment to protecting human rights across all businesses and subsidiaries.
Strives to create an inclusive culture to allow all employees from diverse races, cultures, backgrounds, and genders to thrive.

Articles

Sterling Crane USA Reddit discussion (employee experiences)

Fort Collins operations manager contact