Crane Operator

Description
The Crane Operator is responsible for ensuring all crane and lifting operations are performed safely. He or she must correct or notify responsible person (s) of any unsafe actions and/or conditions. The Crane Operator must inform the Barge Supervisor prior to any equipment / weight move. He or she should ensure correct hand signals are used for crane operations. The Crane Operator is responsible for rigging and moving of equipment and materials and ensures all deck / equipment maintenance areas are kept clean and all tools are properly stored or racked in designated areas at all times. Crane Operators are responsible for inspecting the cranes daily.
Position Responsibilities:

• Completes daily inspection sheets at the start of each shift and turn sheets into the Facility Superintendent or when onsite at Projects to the Project Manager daily
• Operates all equipment in a safe manner
• NCCCO certified on the proper use of the equipment to be used by means of training and evaluation
• Ensures Job Safety Analysis (JSAs) are in place for all lifting operations, involving all those participating in the operation
• Performs pre-use checks prior to commencing any operations. Any defects must be recorded and passed to the Supervisor in a timely manner
• Selects appropriate lifting gear
• Ensures that the lifting appliance and lifting gear are in good condition for their purpose and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions for use, specifications, and instructions
• Ensures the lifting appliance is maintained in accordance with the maintenance program
• Performs general maintenance as needed, in accordance with the maintenance program. For more technical maintenance this will be the responsibility of the Salvage Engineer and his subordinates
• Carries out pre-use check of the lifting appliance
• Ensures necessary communication is established between all personnel involved in the operation
• Coordinates the lifting operation in relation to other on-going activities
• Reports any damage to cranes, equipment, or the installation immediately to the Supervisor
• Able to operate lattice boom, friction style, crawler cranes and rough terrain hydraulic cranes from floating platforms
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Current Crane Operator license: Friction and Hydraulic Crane NCCCO Certification
• 2+ years experiences as a licensed Crane Operator
• Government Issued ID / Driver's License or Passport
• Comply with safety policies and guidelines
• Must be able to safely perform job duties in all types of weather conditions
• Effectively operate in a team environment
• TWIC or be able to obtain

Preferred Credentials/ Certifications/ Skills:

• 2+ years Offshore experience
• Experience on American cranes (e.g. American 9310, 11320); Manitowoc 4100 and 3900 cranes
• Confined Space Awareness Training
• Experience on operating the heavy equipment from floating platform
• NCCIC A/D Director Certification
• Lifting Director Certification
• Rigging Certification
• Forklift Operator Certification
• Shipyard Competent Person Training
• OSHA 10 Hour
• Fall Protection Awareness
• 40 Hour HAZWOPER
• 8 Hour HAZWOPER
• First, Aid CPR, AED
• BOSIET with HUET
• STCW with MMC

ADA Requirements:

• Sit or Stand
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance
• See
• Walk
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Use Hands/Fingers to handle or feel
• Talk/hear
• Carry weight, lift 50 lbs.
• Exposure to work (Outside weather, fumes, etc.)

Travel Requirement:
Up to 30% travel is required. If additional, travel is required beyond the specified amount, based on the operational demand, you will be notified accordingly so arrangements can be made.