Operator, Crane - Material Handling

The Basics

Location: St Charles, LA
Days/Hours: Equipment Used: Crane
Material Handled: Petroleum Coke

Benefits

• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, Holidays, Profit Sharing, and 401(k) with match.
• Uniform Services Time Off (USTO)
• Uniform Services Differential Pay
• A culture that appreciates Team Members

What You’ll Be Doing

• Safely operate a mobile dock crane and clamshell bucket to load and unload bulk materials.
• Work collaboratively with other Crane Operators to efficiently load and unload ocean-going vessels.
• Maintain proper rigging storage and ensure all lifting equipment is safely secured and inspected.
• Perform thorough pre-operational and post-operational inspections of cranes and assigned equipment.
• Promptly report equipment deficiencies, mechanical issues, and maintenance needs.
• Assist Maintenance personnel with equipment repairs and preventive maintenance as needed.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with Team Members, Supervisors, Managers, and Maintenance personnel using radios and other communication methods.
• Complete all required documentation, including equipment inspection forms, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), permits, operational logs, audit sheets, and daily checklists.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, including crane cabs, equipment, structures, offices, break rooms, vehicles, and surrounding work areas.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Participate in ongoing training and learn additional operational responsibilities as assigned.
• Support operational needs by performing other duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating bulk material handling equipment.
• Knowledge of conveyor systems and bulk loading operations.
• Experience working in refinery, chemical plant, or marine terminal operations.
• Familiarity with Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), work permits, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and industrial safety programs.
• Experience loading railcars, barges, or ocean-going vessels.

Requirements

• A strong commitment to safety and safe work practices.
• Excellent situational awareness and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Dependability and accountability.
• Mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn.
• The ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• A positive attitude and commitment to continuous improvement.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• A current TWIC card or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire.
• Experience operating mobile dock cranes or similar heavy lifting equipment.
• Experience operating clamshell buckets or comparable material handling attachments.
• Experience operating heavy equipment such as front-end loaders, excavators, dozers, backhoes, or material handlers.
• Previous experience working in an industrial, refinery, marine terminal, construction, or heavy industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify equipment issues and assist with troubleshooting hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• The ability to safely manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A commitment to maintaining a strong safety culture.
• The ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical examination, and criminal background check.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Climb ladders and access elevated work areas.
• Work safely at heights.
• Stand, walk, kneel, bend, stoop, and crawl throughout the workday.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and humidity.
• Safely enter and exit heavy equipment multiple times during a shift.
• Physically handle large tools and equipment.