NCCCO-Certified Crane Operator for Dredging

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Cove (TX); On-site; USD 35,818,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid certification renewal and ongoing

Job summary

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY is seeking a Certified Crane Operator to safely operate cranes aboard dredges, support barges, and shore facilities for marine construction projects in Texas. You will perform pre-operation inspections, follow lift plans, coordinate with crew, and maintain detailed records while complying with safety standards.

Applicants should hold NCCCO certification, TWIC, and 2–5 years of dredging or heavy civil crane experience, with strong rigging and load-chart skills.

Qualifications

• NCCCO or equivalent certification is required for the crane category.
• Minimum 2–5 years of verifiable crane operation experience in dredging or marine construction.
• Valid TWIC credential.
• Ability to read and interpret load charts, blueprints, and rigging diagrams.
• Strong communication skills and strict safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate various cranes aboard dredges, barges, and shore facilities.
• Perform pre-operation inspections of crane systems and report deficiencies.
• Follow rigging plans and load charts to ensure safe lifts.
• Coordinate lifts with signalers, riggers, and deck crew using signals or radio.
• Maintain logs, inspection records, and maintenance reports.
• Comply with USACE, OSHA, USCG, and company safety standards at all times.
• Participate in JSAs and toolbox talks prior to lifts and daily operations.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on crane equipment.
• Adapt to changing weather and site conditions to maintain safety.
• Work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends typical of dredging.

Skills

NCCCO certification

TWIC credential

2-5 years crane operation experience

Rigging practices

Load charts interpretation

Reading blueprints

Team communication

Safety compliance

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

NCCCO certification holder

TWIC credential holder

Job description

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY is seeking a Certified Crane Operator to safely operate cranes aboard dredges, support barges, and shore facilities for marine construction projects in Texas. You will perform pre-operation inspections, follow lift plans, coordinate with crew, and maintain detailed records while complying with safety standards.

Applicants should hold NCCCO certification, TWIC, and 2–5 years of dredging or heavy civil crane experience, with strong rigging and load-chart skills.