Crane-Certified Heavy Equipment Operator (Antarctica)

PAE Government Services Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate cranes and related equipment in support of construction and material movement. The role requires adherence to safety protocols, experience with rigging, and daily equipment inspections.

You will deploy to challenging environments, including Antarctica, with physical demands and strict safety standards, and collaborate with fleet operations to maintain high-quality performance and compliance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED NCCCO Certification, or equivalent, in crane operations.
• Four years of experience as a heavy equipment operator (such as those outlined above).
• A minimum of 200 hours of routine crane operation.

Responsibilities

• Determines safe lift parameters and follows established procedures.
• Operates cranes for building construction and movement of cargo or equipment.
• Performs daily equipment checks and notes maintenance needs.
• Rigs equipment using slings, chain falls, come-alongs, and other rigging gear as required and in accordance with all safety protocols.
• Completes Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) as required.
• Complies with all ASC Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals.

Skills

Crane operation

Safety inspections

Rigging & signaling

Pre-operational inspections

Emergency response

OSHA regs knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

NCCCO Certification

Tools

Maximo

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate cranes and related equipment in support of construction and material movement. The role requires adherence to safety protocols, experience with rigging, and daily equipment inspections.

You will deploy to challenging environments, including Antarctica, with physical demands and strict safety standards, and collaborate with fleet operations to maintain high-quality performance and compliance.