Piledriver Engine Operator (9331) - Port of San Francisco (161272)

City and County of San FranciscoSan Francisco, CA
$118,378 - $143,832Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction and supervision of the Piledriver Supervisor, the Piledriver Engine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining barge-mounted and mobile land-based cranes that support pile driving operations. This position may work independently or as part of a piledriving crew. As a member of a piledriving crew, performs a variety of duties related to the repair and construction of piers, wharves, and related substructures, and may be required to assist with placing, driving, and capping piles; laying stringers and decking; framing timbers; and the demolition and removal of decayed or damaged structural or non-structural members.

Requirements

  • Three (3) years certified crane operator experience on barge mounted and mobile land base cranes used for piledriving.
  • Possession of valid California Class B commercial driver's license (to be presented at time of employment). Applicants selected for employment must be insurable under the Port's liability insurance. Insurability must be maintained throughout employment.
  • Possession of National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) certificates including the following designations as required by CalOSHA: LBT - Lattice Boom Truck Cranes, LBC - Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes, TSS - Small Telescopic Boom Cranes (less than 17.5 ton), LLL - Large Telescopic Boom Cranes (more than 17.5 ton).

Nice To Haves

  • Experience operating cranes in marine construction environments.
  • Strong working knowledge of safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
  • Proficiency operating and working around heavy pile-driving equipment, including cranes, vibratory and impact hammers, leads, winches, and related marine construction machinery.
  • Ability to perform preventive maintenance and basic repairs on cranes and auxiliary equipment.
  • Demonstrate situational awareness in high-risk work environments, with the ability to follow established safety protocols and chain of command during pile driving and marine construction operations.
  • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Card

Responsibilities

  • Safely operates and maintains barge mounted and mobile land-based cranes that support piledriving operations; drives forklifts and/or Port vehicles, and/or small boats.
  • Performs preventive and corrective maintenance of cranes and piledriving equipment.
  • Fuels cranes.
  • Conducts pre and post operational checks of the entire crane system.
  • Participates in the inspection and certification of cranes and auxiliary equipment.
  • Performs other related duties as required of Class 9331 Piledriver Engine Operator.

Benefits

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