Crane Operator

PAE Government Services Inc.; St. Marys (GA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 57,859; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Crane Operator to support a government contract based in Kings Bay, Georgia. You will operate various cranes, move material, test crane performance, and may perform basic maintenance. You will also need to hold a CDL and qualify for a Secret clearance.

Safety footwear is required, and you will pass DOT-based physicals. The position emphasizes safety, quality, and compliance with all plans and procedures for the Kings Bay site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years (five preferred) load lifting crane operating experience in a professional capacity with a safe operating record.
• Must possess a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) and be able to obtain government driver’s license for size and type vehicles required.
• Must be able to pass a company physical and annual physical as required by DOT.
• Must have and wear at all times, hard-toed safety shoes which meet ASTM F2413-05 standards.
• Successful candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must continually meet eligibility requirements necessary for access to all areas of Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes to lift and move materials and to test crane.
• Grease, adjust and perform emergency repairs to equipment as needed.
• Possibly operate trucks, heavy or light.
• Adhere to safety, DOT, and company procedures in all tasks.

Skills

Crane operation

CDL driver

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.

Amentum is currently seeking a Crane Operator to support a government contract based in Kings Bay, Georgia.

POSITION SUMMARY

Operates various types of cranes, such as mobile, portal, bridge, and fixed cranes. Equipment is used to lift and move material and to test crane. May grease, adjust and make emergency repairs to equipment. May operate trucks, heavy or light. May perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years (five preferred) load lifting crane operating experience in a professional capacity with a safe operating record.
• Must possess a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) and be able to obtain government driver’s license for size and type vehicles required.
• Must be able to pass a company physical and annual physical as required by Dept. of Transportation (DOT).
• Must have and wear at all times, hard-toed safety shoes which meet ASTM F2413-05 standards.
• Successful candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must continually meet eligibility requirements necessary for access to all areas of Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safety – Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self‑aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
• Quality – Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
• Procedure Compliance – Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.

Compensation Details: $36.45

Original Posting: 07/28/2026 - Until Filled. Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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For more than 100 years, Amentum has tackled the world’s toughest challenges to deliver agile and steadfast solutions to the U.S. government and its allies. With more than 50,000 employees on all seven continents and in more than 60 countries, Amentum delivers a broad range of operational support services to meet the critical needs of our clients. Our headquarters are in Chantilly, VA. Find us online at https://www.amentum.com/.

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