Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Crane & Rigging Services in California & Arizona
Hill Crane was established in 1947 and has grown into a family-backed certified minority company with over 75 years of experience in the crane and rigging industry. Our commitment to innovation, competitive pricing, and flexible scheduling has positioned us as a leader in the field. We specialize in providing comprehensive services including rigging, heavy haul, traffic control, and permitting, making us a one-stop solution for our clients. With an industry-leading fleet and an impeccable safety record, we serve diverse sectors such as construction, oil and gas, transportation, and public utilities. Our operations span Southern California and Arizona, supported by a team of trained operators and certified professionals.We pride ourselves on our multi-generational heritage and dedication to exceeding industry standards through advanced technology and meticulous planning. Our specialized support extends to critical sectors like electrical infrastructure, HVAC installations, nuclear decommissioning, and aerospace work. As a trusted partner, we maintain affiliations with leading industry organizations, ensuring compliance and excellence in every project. Our mission is to deliver exceptional, innovative solutions that prioritize safety, precision, and client satisfaction. With plans for expansion, we continue to build on our legacy of reliability and expertise.
Services
Crane Rental
Rigging Services
Lift Planning
Heavy Equipment Moving
SPMT & Modular Transport
Hoisting & Equipment Lifting
Traffic Control & Permits
Electrical Infrastructure
HVAC Installations
Nuclear Decommissioning
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years of experience in crane and rigging services.
- Our fleet includes the latest technology for safe and efficient lifting.
- We offer one-stop shopping with services in rigging, heavy haul, and permitting.
- Our operators are NCCCO-certified with extensive training.
- We provide specialized support for critical sectors like aerospace and nuclear decommissioning.
Associations and certifications
- International Union of Operating Engineers
- International Union of Iron Workers
- AGC Arizona
- SC&RA
- PICS / Avetta
- SCCA
- MCOG
- ISNetworld
- E-Railsafe
- OSCA
- UICOM
- Highwire Safety Platform Award
What people say
Got unloaded fast
Great employees
Best crane service around
Quality work
Always my go to
Services
Crane Rental
Hill Crane offers a diverse fleet of hydraulic, rough terrain, and crawler cranes for projects ranging from construction to industrial turnarounds. Every crane is operated by NCCCO-certified professionals, ensuring safety and precision. Our equipment spans 22-ton boom trucks to 900-ton crawlers, tailored to meet complex lifting demands across California and Arizona.
Rigging Services
We provide expert rigging solutions for oversized, sensitive, or high-risk loads using state-of-the-art equipment and engineered lift plans. Our services include SPMTs, hydro slides, and gantries for precise movement in tight spaces. With experienced crews and custom solutions, we ensure safe execution for industrial, energy, and aerospace sectors.
Lift Planning
Our lift planning services utilize 3D simulations and detailed engineering drawings to eliminate risks and ensure compliance. We deliver customized plans, critical lift analysis, and expert support for projects of all scales. This proactive approach guarantees precision, safety, and efficiency from planning to execution.
Heavy Equipment Moving
We specialize in transporting oversized and ultra-heavy equipment using SPMTs, multi-axle trailers, and hydraulic dollies. Our team handles route planning, permitting, and on-site coordination for challenging deliveries. With certified crews and specialized rigging, we ensure safe movement for refineries, substations, and infrastructure projects.
Traffic Control & Permits
Our traffic control and permit services manage road closures, detours, and regulatory approvals for oversized loads. We coordinate with local and state authorities to keep projects compliant and on schedule. This includes on-site traffic management and flagging to minimize disruptions during complex operations.
Questions
What services does Hill Crane offer?
We provide crane rentals, rigging, lift planning, heavy equipment moving, traffic control, and permitting services.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate across California and Arizona, including Long Beach, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Tucson.
Do you offer emergency crane services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 crane services for time-sensitive projects like refinery operations.
Are your operators certified?
All our crane operators are NCCCO-certified with extensive training and experience.
What industries do you support?
We serve construction, oil and gas, transportation, public utilities, aerospace, and nuclear decommissioning sectors.
Reviews (2)
Richard Nelson
Oct 06, 2020
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I was driving down cherry Avenue when one of the crane drivers blew through a red light and cut me off. He then proceeded to slam on his brakes in front of me and cause an accident. When I pulled up alongside him he was laughing. I find this highly irresponsible and dangerous. The happened today. 7/14/20. Im sure this business doesn't care and won't do anything. Very sad.
Pa B.
Jul 26, 2020
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Critical:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Waited over 7 hours to unload my 2 items. I was told that there is no one to operate the crane. My appointment was at 7 am and right now is close to 1 pm and nothing. There is no time to be unloaded just wait and keep waiting. Yes lease take your business somewhere else where you can be treated like a human being not like a animal.
Waited over 7 hours to unload my 2 items. I was told that there is no one to operate the crane. My appointment was at 7 am and right now is close to 1 pm and nothing. There is no time to be unloaded just wait and keep waiting. Yes lease take your business somewhere else where you can be treated like a human being not like a animal.
