Overhead Cab Crane Operator

Gerdau • Petersburg, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves operating an overhead cab crane within a melt shop environment. The operator will be responsible for lifting and transferring materials, including scrap buckets to the furnace, transporting raw materials, adding alloys, performing electrode additions, and positioning equipment during maintenance. The position requires following established procedures and directives from melt shop personnel. The crane cab is sealed and air-conditioned.

Requirements

• Basic computer skills.
• 3 years of experience operating a cab-controlled overhead crane from an elevated operator cab.
• Ability to work as part of a self-directed team with limited supervision.
• Ability to work a (Dupont Schedule) 12 hr rotating shift, days, nights and two weekends a month.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in temperatures up to 160 degrees.
• Ability to work in cramped quarters and at heights up to 150 ft.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 270-ton overhead charging crane to pick up and transport scrap buckets from the scrap loading area to the furnace for charging.
• Lift, move, and position raw materials and refill material bins as needed.
• Perform electrode addition functions.
• Use judgment to plan, perform, and make decisions regarding the sequence of material movement and handling procedures to service the melt shop area efficiently.
• Manipulate crane controls such as pedals and levers to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement.
• Inspect the crane for defective parts and notify the supervisor of any defects or malfunctions.
• Unload, transfer, and aid in placing equipment, parts, electrodes, and other supplies.
• May serve as a Relief Ladle Crane Operator when the regularly assigned operator is unavailable.
• Perform other crane handling operations in the melt shop as directed according to operational requirements.
• May include removal of slag pot.
• Perform routine equipment care, and record and inspect vehicles and mobile equipment, which may include fueling, cleaning, and checking/adding fluids as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
• Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
• 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
• Life/Accidental Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Health Advocate Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Career Path System and Training

What This Job Offers

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