Operator Heavy Equipment 1

Zachry Group • Port Arthur, TX

9h

About The Position

The Operator Heavy Equipment 1 operates a crane in an industrial maintenance environment, including a crane with a jib. The operator observes load hook-up to determine load safety and manipulates crane controls to regulate crane and hoist speed and direction in accordance with written, verbal, or signal instructions. The role also includes cleaning and maintaining the crane and hoisting mechanism, inspecting for defective parts, and notifying a supervisor of defects or malfunctions.

The position requires work at elevated heights, including on top of tanks, and adherence to Zachry values, safety rules, and site requirements. Candidates must pass a criminal background check, DISA drug screen, and physical. The job involves outdoor work in varied weather and site conditions, with required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• Demonstrated industrial maintenance history and experience operating a crane in a maintenance environment.
• Recommended crane operating experience (seat time), including experience operating a crane with a jib.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Good reading comprehension and ability to read and interpret technical manuals to determine work procedures.
• Ability to work with others as a team player and communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors.
• Commitment to Zachry values and safety rules and regulations.
• Experience using industrial hand tools and power tools.
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to work as needed.
• Ability to work at elevated heights up to 180 inches on top of tanks.
• NCCCO Telescopic Boom Cranes—Fixed Cab (TSS) certification.
• NCCCO Telescopic Boom Cranes—Swing Cab (TLL) certification.
• Valid driver’s license sufficient to pass Zachry’s MVR.
• Must pass a criminal background check, DISA drug screen, crane operator physical, DOT drug screen, and DOT physical.

Nice To Haves

• Former Zachry employee.
• Formal education, degree, or certificate in construction, or from a technical or trade school.

Responsibilities

• Observe load hook-up and determine the safety of loads.
• Manipulate crane controls to regulate the speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
• Clean and maintain the crane and hoisting mechanism.
• Inspect the crane for defective parts and notify the supervisor of defects or malfunctions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed