Crane Operator Weekend Shift

Location: Theodore, AL, United States, 36582

About the Role

Shifts available:

• Standard Days - Mon-Thurs 5:00am-3:30pm (currently working 5:00am-5:00pm)
• Standard Nights - Mon-Thurs 5:00pm-3:30am (currently working 5:00pm-5:00am)
• Weekend Shift - Fri-Sun 5:00am-5:00pm

Responsibilities

• Conduct all necessary inspections on the crane and crane equipment to assure operability and proper operations of all safety devices.
• Perform crane operations such as:
  • Operating Bridge cranes, Gantry cranes, and Jib cranes.
  • Perform or assist with proper rigging of the load to be moved.
  • Move material during assembly operations if needed.
  • Place goods in designated locations.
• Maintain control of necessary switches to allow for stopping quickly in case of an emergency.
• Assure that other personnel working with crane operators fully understand hand signals or similar instructions before starting crane operations.
• Operate forklifts and manlifts.
• Observe and practice all safety procedures and policies, taking special precautions when moving objects over occupied areas.
• May work in other areas as company needs require.
• Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisors.

Physical Work Environment

• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 40 lbs. and occasionally heavier (50-60 lbs.) with assistance.
• Frequent sitting, standing, stooping, bending, twisting, walking, and occasional crawling.
• Frequent pushing, pulling, and handling of materials.
• Occasional climbing and working at elevated positions.
• Exposure to metal cutting, welding odors, welding flash, and incidental acceptable limits of x-ray radiation.
• Possible exposure to chemical odors and temperature extremes.
• Exposure to overhead objects and occasional flying debris.
• Required use of safety glasses with side shields, ANSI-approved steel-toed safety shoes, hearing protection, and hard hat.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial construction environment.
• Previous crane operation experience.
• Able to accurately read and use a tape measure.