Crane Operator

Snow & Company Inc • Seattle, WA

5d • $25 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

Snow & Company is seeking a Steam Crane Operator to lift and move materials around the shipyard safely and efficiently. The operator works directly with the chief engineer, 300 deckhand, and tug crew to perform jobs safely and effectively. The role requires a strong understanding of slip friction crane operations and steam engines. The ideal candidate is a motivated, collaborative self-starter who can follow direction, work efficiently with minimal supervision, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. A strong commitment to safety, dependable attendance, integrity, and customer satisfaction are important.

Snow & Company is a boatbuilding and ship repair company in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood. Its work includes constructing commercial vessels and providing vessel overhaul and repair services. The company’s projects include electric tugboats and an eight-year contract to build advanced workboats for the US Navy.

Requirements

• NCCCO Crane Operator Certification for lattice boom is required.
• Three or more years of experience in a similar role.
• Thorough understanding of steam engines.
• Ability to read blueprints or designs to understand job requirements.
• Ability to act independently with limited supervisory oversight.
• Mechanical knowledge, including serious knowledge of slip friction crane operations.
• Sharp situational awareness and alertness.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Ability to walk to and from job sites, climb inclined stairways and vertical ladders, and perform frequent bending, squatting, crawling, twisting, standing, walking, sitting, and hand/finger use.
• Ability to occasionally reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crawl.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures, limited-ventilation areas, confined spaces such as manholes, and at heights.
• Ability to use a respirator frequently and wear required safety gear.
• Ability to work around regular machinery and equipment noise.

Responsibilities

• Conduct crane safety checks before operation.
• Set up cranes for operation, including positioning, rigging, and loading.
• Move materials through the shipyard according to schedule.
• Monitor crane stability and load weights.
• Work with the chief engineer, deckhand, and tug crew to ensure site safety.
• Make minor repairs to machinery.
• Report issues to the chief engineer.
• Keep records of materials moved.
• Ensure travel routes are clear.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical insurance for employees and 80% for spouses and dependents.
• Comprehensive dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 5%.
• Flexible and generous paid time off plan.
• Nine paid holidays, including the day after the Super Bowl.
• Positive and supportive work environment.

What This Job Offers

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