Crane Operator Mobile, AL

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REPORTS TO: Crane and Rigging Manager

SUPERVISES: N/A

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Must be technically proficient in tasks work processes and safe equipment operation
Accountable for completion of daily work assignments including the completion and signatures for work completion and quality
Actively participate in the continuous development of a work environment that is within parameters of industry accepted safety mandated priorities.
Must be willing to work any shift
Must maintain cleanliness and organization on assigned job sites
Must be able select and attach to load proper lifting gear required to safely and efficiently perform duties of crane operation
Participate in continuous practical training of less experienced fellow craftsmen
May be assigned tasks that are outside the normal craft requirements
Must demonstrate the ability to apply practices that satisfy regulatory requirements and/or industry wide established guidelines to carry out instructions or directions furnished in written oral or diagram form. Also will be expected to be able to identify and then resolve small problems which arise while carrying out day-to-day tasks
Will conduct daily pre-operational inspection of all machinery including cranes SPMTs and forklifts identifying maintenance needs.
Certificates/Security Clearances/Other
Must have the ability to bend squat stoop crawl and kneel. Perform prolonged standing. Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axis. Ability to turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical axis. Lift/push/pull 50lbs to 75lbs on an occasional basis. Lift/push/pull up to 20lbs on a frequent basis. Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs scaffolding ladders and ramps). Ability to work at heights above 12 while working from ladders scaffolding and/or man lifts. Able to work at a variety of levels (ex. waist eye overhead). Demonstrate the ability to make use of required tools and equipment in a safely appropriate manner. Demonstrate good balance while working on uneven surfaces and maneuvering obstacles. Possess sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipment. Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (hardhat safety glasses steel-toes shoes goggles respirator safety harness safety line flotation gear etc.) safely per OSHA standards. Ability to withstand cold and hot temperatures. Ability to enter 18 x 36 openings and work in confined spaces for prolonged intervals of time. Able to respond to verbal and audible sounds/commands. Able to utilize adequate visual skills. Ability to achieve full arm extension while reaching overhead reaching out reaching to the side and reaching down. Ability to perceive attributes of an object/material such as size shape temperature and texture by means of receptors in the hands and fingers.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

Experience with SPMT is a plus
3 years minimum work experience as an overhead crane operator in a shipyard environment or similar industry
Experience as an operator of vertical lift and telescopic boom F/Ls
Must meet all the physical requirements specified by ASME B30.2
Ability to follow specific instructions and work with limited supervision
Must possess a thorough knowledge of equipment used in crane/rigging operations. To include but not limited to slings shackles clamps chain hoists load cells etc.
Demonstrated ability to interpret and utilize load charts
Must have a thorough knowledge of USA Standard hand signals
Must be able to utilize required personal protective equipment PPE as per OSHA standards
Must be able to respond to verbal and audible sounds/commands
Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions correspondence and memos
Must be able to effectively present information in one-on-one or small group situations
PREFERENCES:

Experience in operating RT/truck cranes
Certification as an RT/truck crane operator
Experience as a bull rigger
Familiarity with load/tension testing processes
Experience in programming configuration and operation of SPMTs


TOOLS: Will be expected to acquire basic tools on a list to be provided by the Crane/Rigging Manager

DIRECTION EXERCISED: N/A

DISCRETION EXERCISED: N/A

LIAISES WITH: Production Department Supervisors and Foremen Health Safety and Environmental representatives

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:

Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:
18 years of age or older at time of application
Able to provide proof of US Person Status
No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date
Willing to submit to a drug screen
Willing to submit to a background check
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must be able to satisfy in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to tour all vessels and work sites.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand walk use hands to manipulate handle or feel reach with hands and arms climb and balance stoop kneel crouch or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit.

Specific physical requirements include the following: