Marine Operator - Pile Driving & Crane

Cajun Engineering Solutions•Baton Rouge, LA

55d

About The Position

The Operator should be certified and have the ability to operate lattice boom crane with live brake capability. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and also learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

Requirements

Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.
Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs
Hand/eye coordination, depth perception important
Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work
Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work
May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types
Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting
Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
May be required to work in confined spaces
Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)
Must be able to drive cars, trucks, forklifts and other equipment
Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision
Talking, reading & writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy
Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
Decision making skills necessary
Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details

Responsibilities

Work from machine cabs to direct operation of machine using pedals and levers
Raise and lower both live and fixed leads
Drive pilings for retaining walls, bulkheads, and foundations of structures, such as buildings, bridges, and piers
Use pile driver head on machine to drive pilings
Judge distance and position pilings leads
Host pilings into leads
Position hammers over pilings
Activate power hammers
Use multiple controls to operate equipment
Select appropriate attachments
Confer with building or project supervisor on job specifications
Comply with all safety codes
Read and interpret load charts
Interpret hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed
Perform minor maintenance or cleaning activities for tools and equipment
Perform daily inspections on equipment including checking fluids, refueling, adding fluids, and assess component wear
Report malfunctioning equipment to supervisors
Assist other craft workers as needed