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Georgia Ports Authority is Hiring a Crane Operator Near Savannah, GA
JOB INFORMATION:
Job Title: Crane Operator
Department(s): 5016 - Container Cranes
Location(s): Terminal as assigned
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
JOB OVERVIEW:
Under the supervision of the Assistant Manager of Operations, the Crane Operator operates various ship-to-shore and gantry cranes.
Upholds the values of the GPA to promote Safety, Integrity, Respect, Community, Creativity and Opportunity. Promotes a safe work environment by participating in safety initiatives and reporting unsafe conditions and behaviors.
JOB DUTIES:
- Operates all models of ship-to-shore cranes, subject to appropriate familiarization and to load and unload containers and break-bulk cargo on vessels.
- Maintains complete and accurate daily operation logs for ship-to-shore and gantry cranes.
- Knows basics of rigging procedures to ensure safety during heavy lifts.
- Maintains professional communication with management, co-workers, stevedores and ILA.
- Understands crane functions and limitations.
- Must be able to conduct equipment training for new and promoted employees.
- Inspect and secure ship-to-shore cranes before and after each work shift to ensure safe operation.
- Utilizes computer technology to maximize productivity safely.
- Keep equipment clean.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Good hand-eye coordination and depth perception skills essential.Ability to understand verbal and hand signals necessary.Ability to climb and work at high elevations essential.Knowledge of rigging, safety, crane capabilities and capacities, and general working knowledge of various vessels necessary.Operates container cranes and gantry cranes to load and unload containerized and break bulk cargo.Is adept in controlling all functions such as hoist, trolley, gantry and boom motions simultaneously while in close quarters.Occasionally required to lift, move or carry up to 50 pounds.Vision requirements: Visual acuity of 20/40 with or without corrective lenses for each eye, minimum depth perception of 6/9, and minimum peripheral vision of 70 degrees for each eye.The ability to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with the GPA staff on all levels of administration including immediate supervisor, management and co-workers required.Ability to work in a team environment and commitment to customer service.
Experience
Revised: 3/8/2024
Mission: To empower entrepreneurs, strengthen industries, sustain communities, and fortify families by relentlessly striving to accelerate global commerce.
Job Summary
Full Time
$40k-53k (estimate)
05/03/2024
05/16/2024
gaports.com
BRUNSWICK, GA
500 - 1,000
1945
CHARLIE REGINI
$200M - $500M
Public Administration
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About Georgia Ports Authority
The Ports of Savannah and Brunswick are vital gateways to global markets for U.S. manufacturers and retailers, handling containerized cargo, refrigerated goods, breakbulk, agri-bulk and vehicles. Savannahs Garden City Terminal is the nations fourth busiest container terminal, while the Port of Brunswick ranks No. 1 for the import of new autos. The GPA supports nearly 440,000 jobs throughout the state, representing $25 billion in personal income annually. For five years in-a-row, Georgia has been named the best state in which to do business. Factors including its low tax burden, innovative work ...
force training and world-class logistics network set Georgia apart. With direct links to interstates 95 and 16 and on terminal rail service from two class 1 rail providers, CSX and Norfolk Southern, Georgia is a hub for cargo distribution reaching the fast growing Southeast U.S. GPA balances economic growth with a commitment to sustainability. Initiatives include electrification efforts that avoid the use of more than 5.8 million gallons of diesel annually. Over the last 15 years, GPA has reduced diesel consumption by more than 50 percent per container unit moved. To better serve todays megaships, deepening of the Savannah Harbor to 47 feet has begun. Super Post-Panamax vessels will be able to call on Savannah with heavier loads and greater scheduling flexibility once the Savannah Harbor Expansion Project is complete.
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