Mobile Crane Operator - Steel America (Job ID: 1546)

Colonna's Shipyard•Norfolk, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Steel America, a division of Colonna's Shipyard, is seeking a Mobile Crane Operator to support operations in Norfolk, Virginia. The position operates mobile, hydraulic portal, overhead, and other cranes to lift, move, and position loads and support ship repair work. The operator observes load hookups, follows work and loading instructions, checks load weights against crane capacities, inspects equipment, and reports defects or malfunctions. Other duties, including rigging, may be assigned according to workload. The role requires working aboard ships and in shipyard and industrial environments, including at heights, in confined spaces, and in extreme conditions. Travel is minimal, at 10% or less. The employer offers medical, dental, and vision options; company-paid disability insurance; a 401(k) with match; legal services; paid holidays; and paid time off.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least five years of industrial crane operating experience.
At least three years of rigging experience.
NCCCO mobile crane certification.
Knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and instruments associated with crane operations.
Willingness and ability to operate varied cranes, including 60T–110T mobile cranes, 15T electric-hoist wing walls, RT mobile cranes, and 20T track cranes.
Good depth perception and comfort working at all heights.
Ability to work effectively with others and independently to complete responsibilities.
Knowledge of crane maintenance and repair.
Ability to interpret instructions and specifications.
Ability to use measuring instruments.
Regular, reliable attendance.
Ability to lift, carry, and transport heavy equipment and boxes; the required weight will depend on the specific job but is no less than 20 lbs.
Physical agility to perform tasks aboard naval ships; ability to work on and climb ladders and move through confined spaces, including manholes.
Ability to work in extreme temperatures and conditions, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions, and in areas with less adequate ventilation.
Ability to perform the physical activities of the job, including standing, walking, sitting, handling or feeling objects, talking, hearing, and occasionally reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and crawling.
Frequent use of a respirator.
Wear protective clothing, equipment, and face shields or goggles when welding, cutting, or working with molten metal.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating a 230T Manitowoc crane.
Experience with overhead cranes.
Technical training.

Responsibilities

Operate mobile and hydraulic portal cranes safely and effectively, as well as overhead cranes.
Train on friction cranes and other nonstandard equipment.
Operate traveling or stationary overhead cranes to lift, move, and position machinery, equipment, products, and solid or bulk materials using hooks, slings, buckets, or other hoisting attachments.
Hold employees in a basket to conduct ship repairs.
Observe load hookups and determine whether loads are safe.
Use crane controls, including pedals, levers, and buttons, to control the speed and direction of crane and hoist movement in accordance with written, verbal, or signal instructions.
Inspect cranes for defective parts and notify a supervisor of defects or malfunctions.
Review daily work and special loading instructions.
Determine load weights and check them against lifting capacities to prevent overloads.
Use hand and arm signals when installing, handling, positioning, and moving materials and manipulating objects.
Board ships via stairs, ladders, and gangways while carrying tool bags and needed equipment.
Control costs in the assigned area of responsibility.
Perform other duties, including rigging duties, as workload dictates.
Operate trucks, forklifts, and man-lifts.
Perform other required duties, which may involve working in high heat, humidity, noise, dirty conditions, aloft, or over vessel sides.