Experienced crane instructor coaching a student in the cab of a telescopic boom crane in Seffner, Florida
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Crane Instructor Jobs in Florida: Join Our Seffner Team

We are looking for an experienced crane operator to teach at our training facility in Seffner, Florida.

Crane instructor jobs in Florida at The Crane School

The Crane School is hiring an instructor for our training facility in Seffner, east of Tampa. If you have spent years in the seat and want to pass that knowledge on, this is a chance to shape new operators and help experienced ones certify. Among crane instructor jobs in Florida, this role is well suited to someone who has taught before or wants to grow into training.

Our instructors teach classroom topics such as load charts, setup and OSHA rules, then coach students through seat time on our cranes as they prepare for NCCCO written and practical exams. Courses like our 3-week and 5-week initial mobile crane programs and monthly certification prep sessions are the core of the work.

What we're looking for

  • At least 5 years of seat time, with 10 years preferred
  • Current NCCCO certifications for TSS, TLL and LAT, or the ability to obtain them
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
  • Willingness to travel for on-site training at client locations is welcome, but not required
  • Patience and the ability to explain technical material in plain language

You will work alongside a team whose credentials include NCCCO certified operators, riggers, signalpersons and inspectors, as well as accredited practical examiners. Read more about the team on our About page. Prior teaching or training experience is a plus, but steady judgment around equipment and a genuine interest in helping students succeed matter just as much.

How to apply

Complete the application form on this page. It asks for your contact details, years of seat experience, whether you hold NCCCO TSS, TLL and LAT certifications, your willingness to travel, your NCCCO candidate ID and certification number, and a resume upload.

A member of our management team will contact you after reviewing your application. For quicker answers, call (813) 402-2017 during office hours, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, or send us a message.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need all three NCCCO certifications to apply?

We are looking for TSS, TLL and LAT certifications. If you don't hold all three yet but can obtain them, you are still welcome to apply.

Is travel required for this position?

No. Traveling for on-site client training is a plus but not a requirement.

Where is the job located?

The position is based at our training facility at 10929 E. US-92, Seffner, FL 33584.

Do I need to speak Spanish?

It is not required, but bilingual English–Spanish candidates are preferred.

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Crane Operator Practice Test

Ten quick questions on crane safety rules and NCCCO basics. Pick one answer per question — your score shows on the next page.

1. Which OSHA standard covers cranes and derricks used in construction?
2. How long is an NCCCO crane operator certification valid before recertification?
3. What does NCCCO stand for?
4. Under OSHA's current construction crane rule, operator certification must be obtained by:
5. Under OSHA Table A (1926.1408), what is the minimum clearance from power lines rated up to 50 kV?
6. When is a signal person required?
7. Whose emergency stop signal must a crane operator obey?
8. What does an anti-two-block device prevent?
9. Which document gives a crane's rated capacity for a given boom length and radius?
10. Which NCCCO designation covers telescopic boom cranes with a swing cab?