Crane Operator Round Wood

Quercus Forest Products, LLC; New Hill (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the wood processing industry is seeking a Crane Operator to ensure the safe and efficient unloading and loading of materials. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment, performing maintenance, and maintaining safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have experience with hydraulic systems and excellent coordination skills.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Experience in operating and maintaining mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of wood species and characteristics of chips and bark.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe unloading of wood for truck drivers and mill personnel.
• Perform housekeeping and preventive maintenance on the crane.
• Communicate with the mill operator to manage wood flow.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Job Title: Crane Operator

Company: Quercus Forest Products

Department: Chip Mill

Supervisor: Tony Stone

Quercus Forest Products is a contractor for Domtar, providing services to meet the expectations of Domtar in the art of chipping.

Purpose:

The crane operator's role is to unload, store, recover, and load tree-length and double-bunk wood safely, efficiently, and productively.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safe unloading of wood for truck drivers and mill personnel, maintaining communication with the mill operator to keep the flow of wood consistent.
• Perform housekeeping and preventive maintenance on the crane to ensure safe and efficient operation.

Specific Duties:

• Check hydraulic oil levels and couplings daily before starting the crane.
• Start and operate the crane, positioning the grapple correctly over the load.
• Ensure safety of personnel around the truck during load pickup.
• Inspect wood visually for species, condition, and age from the crane cab.
• Unload wood in designated locations based on species and age, maintaining rotation.
• Communicate with the mill operator to manage wood flow.
• Perform daily greasing, inspections, and housekeeping in the cab.
• Complete and file maintenance reports daily.
• Weekly inspections of sheaves, bearings, winch, and cables; biannual lubrication and oil changes.
• Report equipment issues promptly and perform emergency stops when necessary.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to:

• Climb steps and ladders up to 150 feet.
• Sit for approximately 10 hours daily.
• Visually discern wood species and condition from over 50 feet.
• Coordinate eyes, hands, and feet to operate equipment.
• Communicate via radio and walk at heights of approximately 150 feet.

Prior Experience & Knowledge:

• Experience in operating and maintaining mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of wood species and characteristics of chips and bark.

Skills:

• Excellent hand, eye, and foot coordination for operating the crane and grapple.

Training:

Approximately 10 days of on-the-job training is required.