Crane Operator Trainee

Georgia Ports Authority • Savannah, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Manager of Crane Operations, the Crane Operator Trainee operates various cranes and heavy equipment. The role supports the Georgia Ports Authority’s values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Community, Creativity, and Opportunity, and promotes a safe work environment by participating in safety initiatives and reporting unsafe conditions and behaviors.

The position operates container cranes to move containers and load and unload containerized and break bulk cargo. It maintains daily operation and crane maintenance logs, assists with rigging cables and chains during heavy lifts, and helps with maintenance tasks such as checking and adjusting brakes, lubrication, and replacing worn crane cables. The operator also keeps equipment clean and performs other assigned duties while complying with all policies and standards.

Requirements

• Good hand-eye coordination and depth perception.
• Ability to understand verbal and hand signals.
• Ability to climb and work at elevations up to 200 feet.
• Knowledge of rigging, safety, crane capabilities and capacities, and general working knowledge of various vessels.
• Ability to control hoist, trolley, gantry, and boom motions simultaneously while operating in close quarters.
• Ability to occasionally lift, move, or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Visual acuity of 20/40 or better in each eye, with or without corrective lenses; minimum depth perception of 6/9; and minimum peripheral vision of 70 degrees for each eye.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with GPA staff at all levels, including supervisors, management, and coworkers.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Required TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential).
• Valid state driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating cranes or heavy-duty equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate container cranes to move containers.
• Operate cranes to load and unload containerized and break bulk cargo.
• Maintain complete and accurate daily operation logs for container cranes and crane maintenance.
• Assist with rigging crane cables and chains during heavy lifts.
• Assist with maintenance, including checking and adjusting brakes, lubrication, and replacing worn crane cables.
• Keep equipment clean.
• Participate in safety initiatives and report unsafe conditions and behaviors.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED