Crane Operator (Marine)

Kokosing, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 53,726 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Kokosing, Inc. is seeking a Crane Operator in Baltimore with pile driving experience. This role involves operating cranes for marine projects, ensuring safety and load management. Applicants should possess NCCCO certification and have 4-10 years of experience in crane operation.

The expected pay range is $39.00/hr to $45.00/hr, with additional benefits like medical insurance, 401(k) plans, and paid time off offered.

Qualifications

• Valid NCCCO or CIC certification required, with LBC designation preferred.
• Four to ten years of experience in crane operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes for marine construction projects.
• Check fluids and safety parameters before operation.
• Level crane using internal controls and ensure safe load operation.

Skills

Crane operation

Pile driving experience

Dredging experience

Safety protocols

Education

NCCCO (or CIC) with LBC designation

Four to ten years related experience

Job description

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 50 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For over 75 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Job Description

We have immediate needs for a Crane Operator with Pile Driving experience. Must be willing to travel between Baltimore and Norfolk, and work 12‑hour shifts with an extended work schedule. Dredging experience is a plus but not required.

Summary

Operates lattice boom and telescopic/hydraulic cranes to perform duties for marine construction projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Checks all fluids before starting engine.
• Levels crane using inside cab controls and levelling bubble.
• Observes load rigging or hookup and determines safety of load using load chart.
• Always operates within parameters of load chart.
• Understands and makes use of standard hand signals.
• Manipulates or depresses crane controls such as pedals, levers, and buttons to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement.
• Operates in a smooth and controlled manner.
• Uses hoisting attachments such as hook, sling, electromagnet, or bucket as load requires.
• Cleans and maintains crane and hoisting mechanism.
• Inspects crane for defective parts and notifies supervisor of defects or malfunctions immediately.
• Operates crane in a safe, responsible manner.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

NCCCO (or CIC) with LBC designation required; TLL designation preferred.

Qualifications

• Levels and positions crane for a pick.
• Can determine weight of item being picked and must check charts to verify weight limits.
• Lifts and sets various objects as needed.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Four to ten years related experience and/or training. Experience must be commensurate with project requirements (e.g., bridge or utility experience, use of hydraulic or friction crane), varying by project.

Language Skills

English. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Mathematical Skills

Average: must be able to calculate safe load levels from charts provided.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables where limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands

The job requires the use of arms, hands, and feet for loading controls 100% of the time, climbing on and off machinery, and standing, walking, sitting. Routine maintenance may require stooping or kneeling. Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception. Tolerance for machinery vibration and movement over rough terrain is required. Employees may work on uneven ground or onboard floating equipment and must be able to access barges, boats, and piers from moving surfaces.

Work Environment

The work environment includes moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather conditions, fumes, airborne particles, and vibration. Employees may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and electrical shock. Noise levels are usually loud. Projects may be located in isolated or high‑traffic areas with other equipment and workers.

Benefits

Expected base pay range: $39.00/hr – $45.00/hr. Compensation is based on education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity, and does not include incentive pay or benefits. Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kokosing is an equal‑employment‑opportunity/affirmative‑action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.