Clamshell Friction Crane Operator - Memphis, TN

Watco Transloading; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid on-the-job training

Career advancement opportunities

Leadership and development programs

Competitive compensation and benefits

Industry recognition by Forbes/Newswee

Job summary

Watco Transloading in Memphis, TN is seeking a Cranes Operator to join our terminal team. You will operate overhead cranes to move customer product from the port and through the terminal, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

The role is hourly, daytime schedule with possible weekends and overtime; starting pay is $28–$32 per hour, depending on crawler crane experience, and opportunities for training and career growth are available at Watco University.

Qualifications

• Ability to work outside most of the time and withstand extreme weather.
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends.
• Follow Watco safety principles and procedures.
• English literacy and basic math.
• Team-oriented and able to follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand operating procedures and safety requirements.
• Participate in job and safety briefings to ensure safe task completion.
• Safely operate the crane to move products within the terminal and barge/rail/truck interfaces.
• Assist with deck hand duties and docking/launch support as needed.
• Perform general labor around the terminal and conduct routine maintenance.
• Contribute to a culture of safety and complete trainings as assigned.
• Document and record tasks accurately and review procedures regularly.

Skills

Outdoor work

Flexibility

Teamwork

Safety focus

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Clamshell Friction Crane Operator - Memphis, TN

Job Location: Memphis, TN Facility-Memphis-38113 Office Location: Onsite Employment Type: Hourly Job Type: Full Time

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference

Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all or the same team. One Watco .

Here’s what you can expect from Watco:

• Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities

Hourly Pay Rate: Starting Pay: $28–$32/hr, negotiable based on crawler crane experience

Schedule: Day Shift M-F | Weekends and OT as needed

This position operates a Lattice Boom Cable Crane. Friction Crane Experience is required. Our Memphis location has an American 999 and a Manitowoc 3900.

Job Summary

The Crane Operator position is a mid-level, hourly position. As a Crane Operator you will be joining a well-established Team at a growing company where you will operate an overhead crane in order to move customer product from the port and throughout the terminal. The Crane Operator will also perform other general labor and deck hand duties as needed; all with the with highest value placed on the safety of themselves and their fellow team members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and understand all standard operating procedures as well as safety requirements for the role
• Participate in job and safety briefings to ensure understanding of the proper and safe way to complete all tasks assigned
• Safely and properly operate the crane to move customer product throughout the terminal- this may require using various types of cranes to unload and load product from and to barges, railcars, trucks or for storage at the facility.
• Safely board docks, boats, and barges to assist with deck hand work as needed- tasks may include, but are not limited to pulling lines, tying off barges, assisting boat pilots with docking and launch, climbing ladders, opening lids, and attaching cables
• Complete all general labor duties assigned around the terminal including general maintenance and upkeep
• Actively participate in activities that support a culture of safety while at work
• Participate in all assigned team members training to ensure knowledge and comprehension of the skills needed to perform your role
• Use attention to detail when completing all applicable documentation and recordkeeping for your role and assigned tasks. Participate in routine review of Standard Operating Procedures

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Must be able to pass and/ or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position.

• Ability to work outside the majority of the time and withstand extreme weather conditions
• Flexibility required; ability to work days, nights, and weekends when necessary
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Working knowledge of Watco Safety Principles and commitment to Watco Foundation Principles
• Follow written and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks on schedule
• Read, write, and communicate in English & understand basic math
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction and follow work rules, as well as take on additional job responsibilities as needed or assigned
• Learn from directions, observations, mistakes and apply procedures using good judgment
• Must maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred

Education

High School or GED equivalent

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