Maritime Crane Operator: Dock & Vessel Support

Trident Seafoods; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave

Commuter/transit programs

Job summary

Trident Seafoods is seeking a Dock Worker Crane Operator to support dock, vessel, yard, and facilities operations at its Old Yard facility in Ballard, WA. You will operate mobile cranes, forklifts, skiffs, and other equipment to load, unload, transport, and stage cargo and materials while ensuring safety and efficiency.

The role requires skilled crane operation, rigging, and routine equipment inspections; you will perform environmental and waterfront duties and support facility maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating material handling equipment (MHE) or heavy equipment.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Forklift certification must be obtained within 3 months of hire.
• Basic boating safety course must be completed within 3 months of hire.
• Mobile Crane Operator certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Current NCCCO Crane Operator certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operates mobile cranes to safely lift, position, load, unload, and transport cargo, equipment, and vessels.
• Performs pre/post operational inspections of cranes, rigging, and forklifts; reports safety concerns.
• Performs lifting using approved rigging and proper signaling procedures.
• Loads/unloads vessels, trucks, containers, and storage areas with cranes and forklifts.
• Secures/releases vessels from moorings and assists with vessel movements and shore connections.
• Maintains oil spill prevention and environmental compliance activities.
• Operates skiffs and conducts waterfront inspections and cargo support duties.
• Assists with dock and facility maintenance and minor repairs to support safe operations.
• Inspects docks, crane rails, tracks, and waterfront infrastructure for hazards and maintenance needs.
• Maintains inspection records, equipment logs, and cargo documentation per safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Crane operation

Forklifts

Rigging

Safety compliance

Radio/hand signals communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cranes

Forklifts

Rigging

Job description

Trident Seafoods is seeking a Dock Worker Crane Operator to support dock, vessel, yard, and facilities operations at its Old Yard facility in Ballard, WA. You will operate mobile cranes, forklifts, skiffs, and other equipment to load, unload, transport, and stage cargo and materials while ensuring safety and efficiency.

The role requires skilled crane operation, rigging, and routine equipment inspections; you will perform environmental and waterfront duties and support facility maintenance.