Crane Operator (WMT)

Description

The primary purpose of this position is to transload materials by using a Friction Crane, Forklift (Taylor Lift), Skid Steer, and other heavy equipment as necessary. This position will be operating in the field inside of barges, inside gondola cars, warehouses, and other locations as needed.

• Operates and Maintains – Primary responsibility for operating and maintaining a Rubber tire 50 ton Gentry Crane. Will also from time to time operate Front-end loaders, and Forklifts.
• Safe, efficient operation of Crane or any equipment involved at the terminal.
• Maintains equipment by performing preventative maintenance i.e. lubricating, cleaning, adding gear lubricants, changing cables and document all activities performed daily.
• Responsible for the crane adjustments-brakes, clutches, motors, and support equipment – Air and Hydraulic systems.
• Check all fluids and air pressures.
• Inspect all moving parts, cables, boom, pendant lines, sheaves, and bucket.
• Responsible for safety of barge, truck or rail cars and all crew members working in the area at all times, especially when vessel is in motion and when material is being removed from or loaded into the vessel.
• Observes load hookup and determines safety of load.
• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Manipulates or depresses crane controls such as pedals, levers, and buttons, to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement.
• Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and minor repairs.
• As directed performs activities of co-workers.
• Must be willing to work shift and/or overtime hours during the week and/or weekends as dictated by operations.
• In order to appropriately perform the essential duties of this job, regular work attendance is required.
• Fastens attachments to crane with cables and becket pins.
• Connects hydraulic hoses, belts, mechanical linkage, or electrical power cords to crane.
• Moves levers to control equipment movement and attachments.
• Moves levers and depresses pedals to maneuver crane and raise, lower boom and Load Block to discharge or load materials to or from vessels.
• Maintains equipment by performing preventive maintenance, i.e.: lubricating, cleaning, adding gear lubricants, changing filters and documents all activity performed.
• Greases, oils, and performs minor repairs on crane or front-end loader daily.
• Require to review all paperwork from inbound trucks, review railcar weights, assign loads to railcars, and any other paperwork as required by management
  
  

Machines, Tools, Special Equipment, Personal Protective Equipment Used

50 Ton Rubber Tire Crane, Front End Loader, Tractor Trailers

PPE; hard hat, vest, safety glasses, gloves, steel toed boots

Requirements

• High school education or general education diploma (GED).
• In order to appropriately perform the essential duties of this job, regular work attendance is required.
• A minimum of two years’ experience working with Overhead Cranes, Truck Friction Cranes, Barge Cranes, and various equipment.
• Must know requirements for safe boom / cable weight limitations.
• Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s driver license and have the willingness to use personal and/or company vehicle in the course of employment.
• Must possess heavy equipment operator’s certification for equipment being operated and when required.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Ability to pass training and required testing.
• Must be willing to work any shift change as needed. Willing to work on holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed and required.