Certified Crane Operator

This position is accountable for supporting field operations at marine construction sites for Orion Marine Construction.  Incumbents are responsible for the operation of cranes and other hoisting equipment in the construction or repair phase of marine projects.  Typically, they will work closely with the Construction Foreman, Yard Foreman, Project Superintendent, Area Manager of Equipment, Welders, Boat Captain, Laborers, Helpers and other skilled or semi-skilled crafts persons.    

The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion, which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork most importantly, with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works as assigned by the Construction Foreman or Yard Foreman to ensure the successful completion of on-going or new marine construction projects.
• Assists in unloading and assembling of crane or other hoisting equipment to be used in marine construction activities.
• Utilizes basic skills as a hook operator in swinging rig, raising, and lowering crane boom, raising and lowering load lines on the crane.
• Operates a hydraulic rubber tire or track crane equipped with a multiple part pick-up or single line hoist suspended from a boom by a cable.
• Maneuvers and positions load over designated areas in a smooth, safe manner.
• Moves hand levers and depresses pedals to rotate chassis over lift load points.
• Utilizes load charts to determine load and radius capabilities of the crane.
• Assists in the installation of boom and hoisting cables on the hoisting equipment.
• Operates equipment on land, dock or mounted to barge (vessel).
• Assumes responsibility for loading and unloading from dock to barge safely.
• Performs maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing, oiling, and fueling of assigned equipment.
• Performs daily safety inspection of crane and recognizes possible problem areas such as worn cables, worn bands on hoisting mechanisms, broken gears, housing, etc.
• Ensures that crane boom is properly secured upon the work barge prior to moving from one work location to another and otherwise demonstrates safe work practices in all aspects of crane operation.
• Works closely with Construction Foreman, Yard Foreman, Welders, Helpers, Laborers, and other skilled craft persons to complete current projects in a safe, efficient and timely manner.
• Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.

EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

• Responsible and accountable for incumbent’s own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Certification by the NCCCO or accredited agency and a minimum of two (2) years crane operations experience on land and on barges or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the necessary crane operations skills, knowledge and abilities is required.  The incumbent must:

• Understand the basic functions and operations of various types of pile hammers – diesel, air, hydraulic, friction, lattice and drop hammers.
• Be able to read, understand and use crane load charts to determine load and radius capabilities of cranes.
• Have general knowledge of construction rigging – use of slings, cable chokers, spreader bars, multi-part load blocks, etc.
• Be capable of successfully passing a crane operations certification test.
• Pass and maintain a crane operator medical exam (DOT equivalent).
• Understand the basic functions and operations of various types of pile hammers – diesel, air, hydraulic and drop hammers.
• Be able to read, understand and use crane load charts to determine load and radius capabilities of cranes.
• Have general knowledge of construction rigging – use of slings, cable chokers, spreader bars, multi-part load blocks, etc.
• Be capable of successfully passing a crane operations certification test. Maintain NCCCO certification.

The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace.  Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation. 

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required.  This includes hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, personal flotation devices (PFD’s) or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done. 

The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel.  Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.

In addition, Crane Operators must also be capable of:

• Visually seeing crane operations well (either naturally or with corrective lenses).
• Standing, stooping kneeling, squatting, climbing, or sitting for long periods of time.
• Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work.
• Climbing vertical ladders to heights of 40’-50’.
• Working in confined spaces.
• Working at elevated heights.
• Lifting objects alone up to 50 lbs. as required.
• Adapting to extreme temperature changes.
• Adapting to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure.
• Remaining calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident.
• Passing physical examinations as prescribed by NCCCO and maintain currency.