Crane Operator

About the role

The jobsite located in Baytown, TX has an opening for a Crane Operator. Our Team Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) is an engineering/construction company headquartered in Katy, TX with an expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. OPD is part of the larger Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries.

Responsibilities

• Operates a crane to lift, move, and position loads such as components, equipment, and solid or bulk materials, complete final inspections in accurate and timely manner demonstrating an understanding of how the product fits together.
• Stop, think and ask if design or fabrication results appear to be unusual or not right.
• Plans all lifts, uses proper capacity charts, completes pre-lift/critical lift sheet.
• Observes load hookup 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.
• Uses hoisting attachments such as hook, sling, or clamps as load requires.
• Cleans and maintains crane and hoisting mechanism.
• Observes functioning of equipment or system to determine hazards and need for adjustments, repairs, or replacements.

Qualifications

• Actively participate in a strong safety culture.
• Recognize safety hazards and risks.
• Participate in onsite safety meetings.
• Follow OPD and client safety policies and procedures.
• Be aware of changing conditions on an active jobsite.
• Be on time to the jobsite each day ready for work.
• Display a positive attitude and be able to work in a team environment.

Other Job Requirements

• Travel is a must with extended periods away from home in remote areas at times.
• Willing and able to work outside in extreme heat, humidity, and cold conditions.
• Willing and able to attend mandatory safety meetings.
• Willing and able to work in a team environment.
• Willing and able to meet the physical requirements mentioned above.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Previous experience working in oil and gas construction.
• Previous experience using computerized control systems.
• NCCCO certification.