Crawler Crane Operator (1ST SHIFT)

Southwest Shipyard Lp•Houston, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for supporting field operations at assigned project location. Employees operate a variety of friction or hydraulic lattice boom cranes ranging from 50 ton to 150 ton in the construction or repair of barges, boats, and/or ferries. Works as assigned by the Project Manager and/or Barge Repair Supervisor(s) to assist the project team in ensuring timely and successful completion of Barge Repair project. Typically, they will work closely with Welders, Laborers, and/or other skilled or semi-skilled craft workers. Day Shift will train during the first few weeks. Must be available for overtime and weekends - Must have NCCCO. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

3-5 years’ experience operating hydraulic cranes required
High school diploma or equivalent
NCCCO certification
Demonstrate ability to operate equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
Demonstrate knowledge of construction rigging standards: use of slings, cable chokers, spreader bars, multi-part load blocks, etc.
Demonstrate ability to read, understand and use crane load charts to determine load and radius capabilities of assigned equipment.
Demonstrate ability to follow instructions and make decisions based on safety and operational standards of assigned equipment.
Demonstrate ability to read and write.
Must be able to pass Crane Operator Physical.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Shipyard operations preferred.

Responsibilities

Operates assigned heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner to minimize the risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life.
Maneuvers and positions loads over designated areas in a smooth, safe manner.
Utilizes load charts to ensure lifts are performed within the determined load and radius capabilities of the crane.
Assists in the assembly and disassembly of the crane installation of boom and hoisting cables on the crane.
Performs maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing, oiling, and fueling of assigned equipment.
Performs daily equipment inspection of crane and recognizes possible problem areas such as worn cables, worn bands on hoisting mechanisms, broken gears, housing, etc.; Advises Foreman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs.
Ensures that crane is properly secured upon the work barge prior to moving from one work location to another and otherwise demonstrates safe work practices in all aspects of crane operation.
Ensures the crane has adequate ground bearing capacity to ensure the stability of the crane throughout lifting activities.
Is responsible for all rigging and the method in which loads are rigged.
Works closely with site management and workers to complete projects in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.
Performs crane operator duties and rigging functions associated with lifting operations.
Makes precise load placements where exact movements are necessary to position the load accurately and safely under complex and adverse conditions.
Works with and assists crew in excavation activities which may include hoisting material, tools, equipment, and/or any related work.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.
Responsible and accountable for employee’s own personal safety, as well as the safety of all co-workers and any others employee encounters.
Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed; Alerts Foreman, Safety Officer, or Human Resources to observed safety issues.