Crane Operator 1 (Overhead)

About the Role

Operates traveling or stationary overhead crane (cab- or ground-controlled) to lift, move, and position loads, such as machinery, equipment, products, and solid or bulk materials, using hoisting attachments, such as hook, sling, electromagnet, or bucket. Capable of certifying on forklifts, aerial lifts, and lulls, but specializes in overhead crane.

Responsibilities

• Observes load hook-up and determines safety of load.
• Manipulates or depresses crane controls, such as pedals, levers, and buttons, to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
• Cleans and maintains crane and hoisting mechanism.
• Inspects crane for defective parts and notifies supervisor of defects or malfunctions.
• May attach load to hook or other crane accessory prior to operating crane (e.g., Crane Operator-Hooker in steel & related industries or Crane Operator-Hooktender in aircraft manufacturing).
• Designated by type of crane operated or material handled, such as Bridge Crane Operator, Charging-Crane Operator, Cinder Crane Operator, Gantry Crane Operator, Hot-Metal Crane Operator, Ingot Stripper, Scrap Crane Operator, Tower Whirler Operator, or Wall-Crane Operator.
• Observes and complies with all safety and project rules, including wearing required personal safety equipment.
• Performs other duties and activities as required.

Safety Responsibilities

• Performs only jobs on which they have been trained and/or authorized.
• Works in accordance with safe job practices and complies with company safety rules.
• Uses required personal protective equipment.
• Reports unsafe conditions or practices.
• Makes safety suggestions.
• Serves on the safety committee if requested.
• Cooperates during investigation of any accidents that occur.
• Participates in safety meetings, pre-job safety briefings, task hazard analyses, and Job Safety Analyses.

Requirements

• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform job functions.
• Works under minimum supervision.
• Typically reports to a supervisor.

Qualifications

May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or a related area. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the overhead crane operation field.

Physical Requirements

Activity Frequency Activity Frequency Lifting (lbs) Frequency Carrying (lbs) Frequency Standing C Pushing F 0-10 C 0-10 C Walking C Pulling F 10-25 F 10-25 F Sitting F Climbing O 25-50 O 25-50 O Balancing O Bending F Stooping F Kneeling F Crouching F Crawling F Reaching C Handling C Fingering C Feeling C Vision C Hearing C

Frequency Key: NP=Not Present, O=Occasionally (0-33%), F=Frequently (34-66%), C=Constantly (67-100%)