Crane Operator - Port Operations

Port of Beemac • Leetsdale, PA

33d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Port of Beemac in Leetsdale Industrial Park operates 24/7. In this role, you will safely load and unload material from barges, trucks, and railcars in a heavy-industrial, outdoor environment. Large model forklift or overhead cabin crane experience is a plus — but not required — we will train the right people.

Shifts Available: 7AM or 7PM (10–12 hr. shifts)

Requirements

• Ability to pass training and required testing.
• Overhead cabin crane experience.
• Must have a flexible schedule, including availability to work weekends.
• Must be willing to work shifts and/or overtime hours during the week/weekends as dictated by operations.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. frequently.
• Willing to work in areas with full exposure to the elements year-round.
• Must have recent work history and proven track record working cross-functionally.
• Ability to work well with all levels of team members with different backgrounds and needs.
• Must be able to work independently based on periodic guidance and direction.
• Must be able to perform tasks in a timely and safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains a 45-ton Overhead River Crane or equivalent equipment.
• Maintains equipment by performing preventive maintenance (i.e., lubricating, cleaning, adding gear lubricants, changing cables, and documenting all activities performed daily).
• Inspect all moving parts, cables, pendant lines, sheaves, and spreader bars.
• Responsible always for the safety of barge, truck or rail cars, and all crew members in the area.
• Observe the load hookup and determine the safety of the load.
• Observe safety and security procedures; report potentially unsafe conditions.
• Manipulates or depresses crane controls such as pedals, levers, and buttons, to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and minor repairs.
• Other duties as assigned. Uses proper and safe loading and unloading procedures.
• Daily clean-up of the work area.
• Follows the Company's and the client's safety rules and report equipment safety deficiencies immediately.
• Maintain and use appropriate PPE- hard hat, vest, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots.

Benefits

• $500 bonus after 90 days and $1,000 after 180 days, for qualifying employees
• $100 monthly bonus after 180 days, for qualifying employees
• Shift differential for nights/weekends
• $500 employee referral bonus
• $150 safety boot allowance (steel-toe & muck boots) every year
• Full ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership)
• Medical/Dental/Vision, 401(k) + match, PTO, Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed