Pile Driving Crane Operator - Primoris Heavy Civil - Louisiana

Primoris Services Corporation

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Primoris Heavy Civil is seeking experienced Pile Driving Operators for an ongoing bridge project in Shreveport, LA. The role involves operating lattice boom crawler cranes on land and barge to drive pilings for various structures. Ideal candidates are proficient with hoisting equipment and experienced with different pile materials.

Requirements

One (1) to four (4) years of experience
NCCCO Certification
Must comply with company’s drug and alcohol abuse policy.
Must be able to pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, and as required by the company.
Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.).
Able to carry 50 lbs. of tool and/or materials. It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs.
Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.).

Responsibilities

Daily operation of a lattice boom crawler crane on land and barge to drive pilings for retaining walls, bulkheads, and foundations of structures such as bridges, and piers.
Operate hand and foot levers of hoisting equipment to position piling leads, hoist piling into leads, and position hammers over pilings.
Familiarity with various pile materials including Concrete Pile, Steel H Pile, Pipe Pile, Sheet Pile, and Timber Pile.
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 piling leads.
Hoist piling into leads.
Position hammers over pilings.
Activate power hammers.
Raise and lower hammer to drive piles.
Use multiple controls to operate equipment.
Oil and service machine as needed.
Select appropriate attachments.
Confer with building or project supervisor on job specifications.
Dig trenches.