Crane Operator

Sealaska; California (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits available

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Sealaska seeks a Crane Operator in California, Missouri to ensure the safe and efficient operation of cranes on marine vessels. The candidate will need to manage lifting operations while maintaining strict safety protocols and ensuring effective communication with team members in dynamic environments.

Applicants are required to have a high school diploma, experience with cranes in marine environments, and a valid NCCCO Certification. Working conditions involve exposure to varying weather and requiring rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Valid certifications/licenses as required, NCCCO Certification required.
• Friction/Conventional crane experience required.
• Ability to pass required medical and fitness-to-work examinations.

Responsibilities

• Operate marine cranes safely and efficiently.
• Monitor crane performance and ensure compliance with guidelines.
• Conduct daily inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Verify rigging and load charts for each lift.

Skills

Crane operation experience

Knowledge of lifting operations and rigging

Communication skills

Ability to work in variable conditions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NCCCO Certification

Job description

Job Title: Crane Operator - Classification - Operating Engineer - Union (OE3)

Job Summary: The Marine Crane Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of cranes on vessels, offshore rigs, or marine terminals. This role ensures the secure lifting, movement, and placement of cargo and equipment while adhering to strict safety protocols and operational standards. The position requires technical expertise, precision, and strong communication skills to coordinate with teams in dynamic marine environments.

Only local applicants will be considered; no relocation.

Responsibilities

• Operate marine cranes safely and efficiently, manipulating controls to regulate speed and movement of loads.
• Monitor crane performance and ensure compliance with operational guidelines.
• Adhere to all safety procedures, regulations, and company policies.
• Conduct pre‑lift briefings (toolbox talks) and maintain safe exclusion zones.
• Verify rigging and load charts are correctly followed for each lift.
• Perform daily inspections and preventive maintenance, including lubrication, cleaning, and function checks.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report any mechanical issues or malfunctions.
• Conduct minor repairs as needed.
• Interpret and execute lift plans, ensuring load weights are within the crane’s capacity.
• Assess environmental and operational conditions to confirm safe lifting conditions.
• Communicate with the vessel’s bridge, deck crew, and/or rig teams via 2‑way radio and visual signals.
• Work collaboratively to ensure smooth and precise lifting operations.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Experience as a crane operator in marine, offshore, or industrial environments.
• Valid certifications/licenses as required by local or international maritime regulations (e.g., API, OPITO, or equivalent). NCCCO Certification required.
• Knowledge of lifting operations, load charts, and rigging practices.
• Ability to pass required medical and fitness‑to‑work examinations.
• Friction/Conventional crane experience required.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Crane operation required; marine experience preferred.
• NCCCO Certification required.

Working Conditions

The physical and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Setting: Work aboard vessels, offshore rigs, and marine ports/terminals.
• Conditions: Exposure to variable weather and sea conditions. Will require rotating shifts, overtime, and extended periods of travel.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk, use hands to finger, handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; bend or crouch; talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in physically demanding environments.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions and other elements prevalent at the time.

This description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as an all‑inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to accurately reflect the activities and requirements of the position, but duties may be added, deleted, or modified, as necessary. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Review the Benefits associated with this position: https://www.sealaska.com/benefits/

CS Marine Constructors, Inc, is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. However, preference may be extended to an enrolled member of a federally‑recognized Indian Tribe.*