Operator II, Ship Crane - Stevedoring

Logistec; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Logistec in Houston, Texas is seeking a Crane Operator responsible for safely operating cranes to load and unload cargo in stevedoring operations. Candidates must have a minimum of two years of marine industry experience and be knowledgeable in operating heavy equipment.

The role requires adherence to strict safety protocols, with the ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment. TWIC certification is required, with NCCCO NCCER certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of marine industry experience operating crane equipment.
• 1 year experience operating heavy equipment like 9K, 30K, or 52K forklifts.
• Ability to read, write, and speak Basic English.
• Must adhere to safety protocols in a drug-free environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes to lift and move materials in a waterfront setting.
• Inspect crane daily for safety issues.
• Complete inspection and maintenance reports.
• Follow directions from supervisors and flagmen.
• Work in all types of weather.

Skills

Marine industry experience

Heavy equipment operation

Knowledge of flagging signals

Basic English proficiency

Team-oriented work

Independence and initiative

Effective working relationships

Safety protocols adherence

Education

TWIC Certification

NCCCO NCCER Certification (preferred)

Job description

Overview

This position is responsible for safely operating a crane to load and unload cargo and containers into and from the vessel in the stevedoring operations department.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of (2) two years of marine industry related experience operating crane equipment.
• Must have (1) one year experience operating heavy equipment such as the 9K, 30K or 52K forklift.
• Must have advance knowledge understanding flagging signals used in cargo handling.
• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak Basic English.
• Must have the ability to function effectively in a fast paced, team-oriented work environment.
• Must have the ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative.
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees.
• Must adhere to safety protocol and work in a drug-free environment.
• TWIC required.
• NCCCO NCCER Certification preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate friction 3900/4000/4100 class cranes and lattice booms to lift and move materials, machines, containers, or cargo in a waterfront setting.
• Manipulate and depress crane controls to regulate speed and direction of the crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
• Inspect crane for safety issues on a daily basis.
• Completing daily and weekly inspection and maintenance reports
• Lift position and place machinery, equipment, containers and cargo as directed.
• Properly set-up crane mats and outriggers prior to start of operations.
• Must know instrument and control panels.
• Move levers and pedals to rotate crane on chassis to raise and lower crane boom and to raise and lower load line.
• Read and understand crane charts.
• Operate crane according to signals of Flagman.
• Follow directions of supervision carefully.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Position requires working in all types of weather.
• NCCCO NCCER Certification preferred, not required.