A Crane Operator uses heavy machinery to safely and precisely lift, move, and position materials and equipment on construction sites, industrial facilities, or other work sites. Their responsibilities include performing pre-operational safety checks on the crane, inspecting for damage, maneuvering the crane and load using controls, communicating with ground personnel via signals, and ensuring all work complies with safety regulations. Key duties also involve placing outriggers for stability, maintaining equipment logs, and adhering to precise operational standards for various types of cranes.