Heavy Crane Operator- Corpus Christi, TX /Houston, TX

Bay Ltd.; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Bay Ltd. in Houston operates heavy cranes to lift, move, and position loads with strict adherence to lift plans and safety standards. Swing Cab (TLL) and Fixed Cab (TSS) operators ensure safe handling of equipment and coordination with riggers and supervision.

The role requires a long track record with heavy equipment, valid licensing, and NCCCO certification, along with the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and to pass pre-employment screenings.

Formación

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required.
• 15+ years of experience in related field required.
• Possess valid state license to operate heavy equipment required.
• Possess a current NCCCO or equivalent crane operator certification.
• Ability to pass pre-employment qualifications such as drug test, background check, and/or fit-for-duty test.

Responsabilidades

• Operate cranes including telescope booms, lattice booms, all terrain, Rough Terrain, Crawlers, Industrial, Hydraulic Trucks, Conventional Trucks, Boom Trucks, and hydraulic cranes.
• Review lift plan and select the appropriate crane confirmation to meet lift requirements.
• Calculate load capacity and determine weight of items relative to crane capacity.
• Inspect for obstructions, overhead lines, and assess ground conditions for safe setup.
• Set up crane per manufacturer guidelines and safety rules.
• Notify supervision of hazardous conditions during operations.
• Receive direction from riggers/site supervision and follow load movements.
• Unload crane accessories from trailers and assist with site setup and teardown.
• Monitor weather conditions and ensure safe operation; shutdown if unsafe.

Conocimientos

Effective communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

15+ years crane operation experience

Valid state heavy equipment license

NCCCO crane operator certification

Descripción del empleo

JOB SUMMARY

The Crane Operator Heavy1 responsible for operating a mobile or stationary crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads while safely operating and transferring heavy objects from one location to another. This position is for Swing Cab (TLL) and Fixed Cab (TSS) operators.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operate specialized machinery such as telescope booms, lattice booms, all terrain, Rough Terrain, Crawlers, Industrial, Hydraulic Trucks, Conventional Trucks, Boom Trucks, and hydraulic cranes
• Review and follow lift plan for proper loading/unloading of equipment/objects and selecting the appropriate crane confirmation to meet the lift requirements
• Calculate load capacity, determine weight of items to be moved in relation to the maximum capacity of crane based on manufacturers specifications
• Inspect clearances, overhead lines, and other possible obstructions to ensure there will be no accidents or damage to employees, buildings, loads, or equipment
• Inspect and assesses ground conditions to ensure that the crane can be set up safely
• Properly set up per the manufacturer’s operators manual and company safety guidelines as required to perform job requirements
• Inform supervision of any hazardous or dangerous conditions observed before or during crane operations
• Receive direction from riggers and/or site supervision verbally or by hand signals to determine required load movement
• Unload crane accessories from trailer(s) or support vehicle(s)
• Assess/monitor weather conditions prior to and during operations
• Properly shutdown/secure the crane when unattended
• Understand and properly fill out job ticket for customer to accept responsibility for jobsite and billing
• Cease crane operations if an unsafe situation or condition is present
• Follow appropriate safety procedures and maintain logs of vehicle repair status and working hours per Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)
• Perform routine maintenance, pre- and post-trip inspections along with daily and monthly equipment inspections inspecting cranes for defects and wear; performs necessary repairs or maintenance
• Direct activities of truck drivers or helpers in setting up and knocking down crane equipment
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and properly barricades counterweight tail swing radius
• Drive truck to worksites and unload truck
• Complies with all applicable federal, state, and company safety laws, guidelines, and best practices
• Ensure compliance of all safety procedures and policies while promoting company’s safety culture
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required
• 15+ years of experience in related field required
• Possess valid state license to operate heavy equipment required
• Possess a current NCCCO or equivalent crane operator certification
• Ability to pass pre-employment qualifications such as drug test, background check, and/or fit-for-duty test

SKILLS / KEY COMPETENCIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exercise discretion and independent judgement when handling day to day information
• Excellent time-management skills to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities to meet deadlines and adjust to changing priorities
• Ability to work cooperatively across all levels delivering on commitments – results oriented
• Ability to complete work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure to meet department targets and deadlines
• Able to work non-routine hours, when necessary

• Ability and willingness to travel as required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work outdoors, exposed to heat and humidity, cold and rain, and around heavy traffic areas
• Work long hours with moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another constantly perform repeating motions with feet, leg, wrists, hands and/or fingers to include walking, standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting, bending, gripping, climbing, depressing
• Excellent depth perception and reaction time
• Visual acuity to follow hand signals, maintain logs, and inspect and maintain machinery
• Ability to wear required and appropriate PPE equipment
• Occasionally exposed to extreme temperatures, fumes, or airborne particles
• Exposure to moderate noise level in the workplace
• Ability to operate job related tools
• Ability to frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
• Work that includes moving and/or lifting objects up to 50 pounds, carry at least 30 pounds and up to 150 pounds with help

Bay Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity