Friction Crane Operator

ORION-posted 4 months ago
Charleston, SC
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This position is accountable for supporting field operations at marine project locations for Orion. Incumbents are responsible for the operation of cranes and other hoisting equipment in the construction or repair of marine terminals and dock facilities. Typically, they will work closely with the Project Superintendent, Barge Foreman, Welders, Boat Captain, Laborers, and other skilled or semi-skilled crafts persons. The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork, most importantly with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.

  • Works as assigned by the Barge Foreman to ensure the successful completion of on-going or new marine construction projects.
  • Assists in unloading and assembling of crane or other hoisting equipment to be used in marine construction activities.
  • Utilizes basic skills as a hook operator in swinging rig, raising and lowering crane boom, raising and lowering load lines on the crane.
  • Operates a hydraulic rubber tire or track crane equipped with a multiple part pick-up or single line hoist suspended from a boom by a cable.
  • Maneuvers and positions loads over designated areas in a smooth, safe manner.
  • Moves hand levers and depresses pedals to rotate chassis over lift load points.
  • Utilizes load charts to determine load and radius capabilities of the crane.
  • Assists in the installation of boom and hoisting cables on the hoisting equipment.
  • Performs maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing, oiling, and fueling of assigned equipment.
  • Performs daily safety inspection of crane and recognizes possible problem areas such as worn cables, worn bands on hoisting mechanisms, broken gears, housing, etc.
  • Ensures that crane boom 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.
  • Works closely with Barge Foreman, Welders, Helpers, Laborers, and other skilled craft persons to complete current projects in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.
  • Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance with State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.
  • A minimum of two (2) years crane operations experience on land and on barges or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the necessary crane operations skills, knowledge, and abilities is required.
  • Be certified by an ANSI accredited agency.
  • Understand the basic functions and operations of various types of pile hammers -- diesel, air, hydraulic, and drop hammers.
  • Be able to read, understand, and use crane load charts to determine load and radius capabilities of cranes.
  • Have general knowledge of construction rigging -- use of slings, cable chokers, spreader bars, multi-part load blocks, etc.
  • Be capable of successfully passing a crane operations certification test.
  • Medical, including Prescription Drugs
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Short Term and Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
  • Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Career Growth & Development
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