Crane Operator

ExactHire; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Edison Chouest Offshore family of companies in Tampa, FL is seeking a Crane Operator to operate traveling or stationary cranes to lift, move, and position loads such as structural parts, machinery, and equipment.

This role requires hands-on experience with hoisting attachments and a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and efficiency in a shipyard environment. Expect exposure to weather, heights, and water-related work in a demanding outdoor setting.

Qualifications

• Operates traveling or stationary crane to lift, move, and position loads using hoisting attachments such as hooks, clamps, slings, or basket.

Responsibilities

• Observes load hookup and determines safety of load.
• Manipulates or depresses crane controls to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to instructions.
• Cleans and maintains crane and hoisting mechanism.
• Regularly inspects crane for defective parts and notifies supervisor of defects or malfunctions.
• May attach load to hook or other crane accessory prior to operating crane.
• May repair defective parts on crane.
• May also operate overhead cranes and other lifting equipment, and other company vehicles.

Job description

Position Summary

Operates traveling or stationary crane to lift, move, and position loads, such as structural parts of ships or vessels, related machinery, equipment, products and materials, using hoisting attachments such as hooks, clamps, slings, electro-magnet, or bucket.

Working Conditions

Scheduled workdays cover Monday thru Friday. Weekends and holidays as required. Works in all kinds of weather. Subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions. May be required to perform work at a remote location other than at shipyard facility. Subject to ultra violet light, electrical hazards, vibration, noise, and a variety of other physical conditions, such as the proximity to moving mechanical parts, working at heights greater than 6 ft., and working over water. Protective clothing, hearing and eye protection, hardhats, safety shoes or boots, and respiratory protection are all to be worn accordingly.

Essential Job Functions

1. Observes load hookup and determines safety of load.
2. Manipulates or depresses crane controls, such as pedals, levers, and buttons, to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
3. Cleans and maintains crane and hoisting mechanism.
4. Regularly inspects crane for defective parts and notifies supervisor of defects or malfunctions.
5. May attach load to hook or other crane accessory prior to operating crane.
6. May repair defective parts on crane.
7. May also operate overhead cranes and other lifting equipment, and other company vehicles.

The Edison Chouest Offshore family of companies is committed to ensuring all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. We are dedicated to ensuring all employees are treated with the utmost level of respect as we believe this is the strongest foundation to build upon to foster an environment where employees feel comfortable handling their assignments, sharing their ideas, and pointing out opportunities for improvement.