3676 - Crane Operator - Heavy

About the role

Operate 90 ton or above cranes in accordance with all manufacturer and industry standards. Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or productions in many directions safely.

Responsibilities

• Operators must be thoroughly familiar with crane control functions
• Operate crane to lift and move materials and other objects; plan all lifts; proper use of capacity charts; perform rigging inspection and daily equipment inspection including cables and grappling devices for wear and tear and assist in installing or repairing cables as needed
• Respond accordingly to both hand and verbal commands; observe the travel of all loads and take appropriate action to avoid injury to personnel or damage to property; listen to warning alarms and respond accordingly
• Manipulates crane control to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal, or signal instructions
• Perform maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing, and oiling machines including cleaning and maintaining Crane, cables, and hoisting mechanism
• Follow inspection and maintenance schedule for equipment assuring that equipment is in good working order
• Assure that prior to lift the pre-lift safety checklist has been completed in its entirety
• Operators must have copies of their OCI Equipment Qualification certificate or equivalent Nationally recognized certification and their current Medical Examiner's Certificate on their person at all times
• Engage with your work team to ensure we achieve zero injuries
• Watch for hazards and report any concerns to your supervisor or safety professional
• If needed, use your stop work authority until the issue is resolved
• Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed
• Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate and/or mitigate hazards
• Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (i.e. back-up alarms, smell of smoke, different colored warning tags, warning sirens)
• Understand, support, and follow lockout tag out procedures
• Attend site specific training and assure you follow all procedures as outlined in training
• Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Use effective verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications

• Multiple years of experience working as an operator is strongly preferred, and a strong working knowledge of the operating and rigging craft is required
• Must have working knowledge of equipment capabilities and limitations
• Read, understand and implement the Operations and Safety Manuals of each piece of equipment as they relate to safety, operation, and maintenance of the piece of equipment being operated
• Knowledge of crane signals, rigging techniques and rigging limitations
• Operator must pass a written exam on general crane knowledge, including use of capacity charts and must demonstrate operating ability through a practical operating test
• Operator must also pass the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) physical for a commercial driver's license as specified in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Section 391.41. A copy of the executed Medical Examiner's Certificate must be on file before any operation begins
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Skills

• Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions rapidly and accurately
• Listen to co-workers suggestions, safety concerns, and recommendations giving full attention to what they are saying and take the time to understand the points being made, asking questions and providing feedback when appropriate
• Cook around hazardous equipment
• Coordinate work with other crafts and co-workers on the job
• Provide on-the-job training and/or mentoring to helpers and laborers you are working with
• Read and understand plans, specifications, operator manuals, safety manuals, rigging tables and load capacity charts
• Visualize two dimensional drawings in three dimensions
• Fill out the OSHA required daily and monthly inspection reports as required for each interval
• Plan and lay-out for crane operators work
• Examine/inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost saving measures that arise or that may be encountered
• Take corrective actions as needed reporting any issues to your supervision
• Comply with Company Code of Conduct and jobsite policies

Benefits

• Salary Plan EQU: Equipment Operations
• Job Grade 200
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• Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy
• Comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers and array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with life insurance and a robust wellness program
• To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer paid vacation and holiday time after the eligibility period has been met
• A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals including, but not limited to, a company matched 401k plan, vendor discounts, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan, identity theft and credit monitoring services, and the B&V Credit Union
• By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients
• BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations
• Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law