Cable Crane Operator - Brownsville

SMS; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Cross Training Opportunities

Job summary

SMS Shipbreaking in Brownsville, Texas is seeking a skilled Cable Crane Operator. You will safely operate cable cranes, inspect equipment daily, and coordinate lifts with the ground crew. The role requires a High school diploma and crane certification, with 2+ years of experience in Sany or Manitowoc cranes.

Work is outdoors on a shipyard setting. Competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for cross-training are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Crane operator certification is required.
• Minimum 2 years experience operating Sany or Manitowoc cable cranes.
• Strong understanding of crane operations, load charts, and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate cable cranes to lift, move, and position materials and equipment.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Follow safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Communicate with ground crew to coordinate lifting and moving activities.
• Maintain records of crane operations, including load weights and incidents.

Skills

Crane operation

Load charts

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sany crane

Manitowoc crane

Job description

Summary

SMS Shipbreaking a leading scrap metal recycler in Brownsville, Texas, is seeking a skilled and experienced Cable Crane Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of cable cranes to lift and move various scrap commodities while ensuring that all efforts are compliant with the company’s environmental, health, and safety standards. This role requires a high level of precision and safety awareness.

Cable Crane Operator

SMS Shipbreaking - Brownsville, Texas

Roles And Responsibilities

• Operate cable cranes to lift, move, and position materials and equipment as required
• Perform daily equipment inspections and maintenance to ensure safe and efficient operation
• Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries
• Communicate effectively with ground crew and other team members to coordinate lifting and moving activities
• Maintain accurate records of crane operations, including load weights, distances moved, and any incidents or issues
• Troubleshoot and resolve any operational issues with the crane
• Adhere to project schedules and deadlines while maintaining high standards of work quality.
• Operate various forklifts and heavy machinery and assist in day-to-day manual labor tasks and activities when machinery does not need to be operated
• Cross-train in other positions and assist other employees as needed
• Potential to perform general labor duties which may/may not include sweeping, raking, shoveling, general clean-up of work area and equipment, and physically handling materials and supplies

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid crane operator certification
• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating Sany or Manitowoc cable cranes
• Strong understanding of crane operations, load charts, and safety regulations
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and at heights
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on cranes.
• Must pass employee physical and drug screen

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in scrap metal industry
• Additional certifications related to crane operation or heavy equipment

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk more than 1000 yards, sit or stand for extended periods of time, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., climb stairs and/or ladders, stoop, crawl, reach, handle, push, pull, twist, kneel, squat, see, speak, and hear.

Working Conditions

Aboard a Marine Vessel or dismantling yard. Required to work outside in all kinds of weather or in buildings without heating or air conditioning. Some tasks are dangerous, including removing lead, asbestos or chemicals.

Hazards

Heat, rain, fire, burns, falls, noise, heights, air particles, inhalation, falling objects and splashes

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of roles and responsibilities that are required of you, the employee, for this job. Roles and responsibilities, physical demands, working conditions and hazards may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Cross Training Opportunities

SMS Shipbreaking, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. SMS Shipbreaking, LLC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.