Crane Operator (Evening Shift)

Essential Functions

• Determine load weights and check them against lifting capacities in order to prevent overload
• Use remotes (speed and direction control buttons) to operate cranes for lifting, moving, and placing loads
• Inspect cables and grappling devices for wear
• Inspect crane mechanisms and lifting accessories in order to prevent malfunctions and damage
• Review daily work and delivery schedules to determine orders, sequences of deliveries, and special loading instructions
• A thorough knowledge of rigging and moving procedures and practices are essential to ensure safety and quality of product
• Keep other workers supplied with materials, tools and supplies
• Set up and operate a variety of grinding machines; grind metal work pieces according to knowledge of grinding procedures

Important Details About The Role

• Make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery
• Setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment
• Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided along with the maintenance of these tools and equipment
• Actively participates in department safety, demonstrates excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate

• The ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings
• The ability to become Valmont trained and certified overhead crane
• The ability to read a tape measure
• The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues
• The ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of people
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
• The ability to meet production, safety, and quality standards in a high-paced working environment
• The ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is up to 20 pounds
• High awareness for safety at all times
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and follow facility safety regulations
• Maintain a safe and productive working environment

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• One (1) year previous experience operating overhead bridge crane
• One (1) year previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Demonstrate a commitment to Safety through excellent safety practices and behaviors by conforming to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Working Conditions & Physical Efforts

• Work is primarily performed in an indoor shop environment
• This position will be exposed to all hazards located at manufacturing sites including noise, fumes, excessive heat/cold, dust, welding arc, all chemicals associated with the manufacturing areas, smoke and confined spaces
• Environment is fast paced and demanding most of the time
• The job requires safety glasses, hearing protection, and metatarsal safety shoes be worn at all times
• The employee must be able to spend the entire work shift on their feet within the shop environment
• The incumbent must also be able to wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) for working in the production facility
• Hazards

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more