OPERATOR - CRANE - Austin Industrial - Westlake, LA
About The Position
The Heavy Equipment Operator operates a stationary or traveling crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. The operator ensures loads are safely attached before lifting and moves products, equipment, or materials to and from industrial work areas. The role is performed under general supervision and requires following written, verbal, or signal instructions, including signals from a rigger. The position also involves inspecting, maintaining, and repairing crane equipment as needed, completing required job paperwork, and maintaining current NCCCO certifications. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- No minimum education requirements.
- NCCCO or NCCER certification.
- State-issued driver's license.
- 3–5 years of experience operating equipment in an industrial setting.
- Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; the company cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including regularly lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Operate a crane under general supervision.
- Use crane controls to regulate the speed and direction of crane and hoist movements according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
- Repair the crane as needed.
- Inspect the crane daily for safety issues and malfunctioning parts.
- Clean, maintain, and lubricate equipment.
- Complete job tickets, service quality summaries, and other necessary paperwork.
- Lift, position, and place machinery, equipment, or other large objects at construction sites and industrial facilities.
- Place blocks and outriggers to prevent capsizing when lifting heavy loads.
- Operate levers and pedals to rotate the crane on its chassis, raise and lower the boom, and raise and lower the load line.
- Bolt boom sections together to extend or modify the boom for pile driving or high lifting.
- Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
- Take action to avoid hazards and obstructions, including utility lines, other equipment, workers, and falling objects.
- Operate the crane according to signals from the rigger.
- Start engines and use throttles, switches, levers, and pedals to operate machinery.
- Maintain current NCCCO certifications to meet regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
