Crane Operator

Central Gulf Industrial Alliance; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services in Baton Rouge is seeking an experienced crane operator to set up and operate production equipment in accordance with established guidelines. You will adjust settings, interpret signals, and move materials safely while coordinating crane hoist movements.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to work under close supervision in a heavy construction environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of common concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.
• Supervision will be provided for this role.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates production equipment per guidelines.
• Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately and on time.
• Moves levers to control diesel, electric, gasoline, or steam-powered equipment.
• Interprets hand signals to position materials.
• May assist in lifting, positioning, and securing materials.

Skills

Crane operation

Equipment safety

Reading charts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

OPERATES various power-driven machinery used to move dirt or other materials. May operate all or some of the following types of equipment: backhoe, bulldozer, crane, dragline, front-end loader, motor grader, cherry picker, dump truck, etc.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates production equipment in accordance with established guidelines and procedures.
• Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks according to specification, accurately and in a timely manner.
• Moves hand and foot levers to control diesel, electric, gasoline or steam-powered operating equipment.
• Interprets hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed.
• May be required to manipulate equipment on unlevel working surfaces.
• May assist in lifting, positioning and securing materials and work pieces during installation.
• May be responsible for routine maintenance or repairs.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Observes load hook up and determines safety of load.
• Manipulates crane control to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal or signal instructions.
• Cleans and maintains crane and hoisting mechanism.
• Inspects crane for defective parts, documents and notifies the supervisor of the defects or malfunctions.
• Loads, transports, and unloads materials, tools, equipment and supplies.
• Performs minor maintenance or cleaning activities on tools and equipment.
• May be required to interpret load charts.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Works under immediate supervision.
• Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment.
• Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Physical Requirements

• Strength: Standing 5%, Walking 5%, Sitting 90%
• Lifting 10 lb., Carrying 10 lb., Pushing 50 ft-lb., Pulling 50 ft-lb.
• Climbing, Balancing: none
• Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Handling, Fingering: none
• Explanation of symbols: NP Not Present, O Occasionally (0-33%), F Frequently (34-66%), C Constantly (67-100%)

Benefits

Brown & Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

EEO Statement

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.