Shop Helper

The Shaw Group; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shaw Group in Lake Charles, LA is seeking an experienced production operator to set up and operate equipment in accordance with established guidelines. The role requires reading instructions, interpreting documentation, and adhering to safety procedures on every shift.

Preferred minimum of 6 months documented field experience in the chosen craft, with the ability to move and maneuver materials, adjust machines, and communicate signals to guide operations safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates production equipment in accordance with established guidelines and procedures.
• Adjust machine settings to complete tasks according to specification, accurately and in a timely manner.
• Move hand and foot levers to control diesel, electric, gasoline or steam-powered operating equipment.
• Interprets hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed.
• May be required to interpret load charts.
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Typically reports to a supervisor.
• Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Prepares site for daily work, performs all housekeeping and duties necessary for daily activities. Preferred minimum of 6 months documented field experience in chosen craft discipline. Must have the ability to read and interpret instructions and documentation. The level and degree of job responsibilities and requirements vary depending on months of experience and assigned job step.

Responsibilities:

• Sets up and operates production equipment in accordance with established guidelines and procedures.
• Adjust machine settings to complete tasks according to specification, accurately and in a timely manner.
• Move hand and foot levers to control diesel, electric, gasoline or steam-powered operating equipment.
• Interprets hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed.
• May be required to manipulate equipment on unlevel working surface.
• May assist in lifting, positioning, and securing our materials and work pieces during installation.
• May be responsible for routine maintenance or repairs.
• Observes load hook up and determines safety of load.
• Manipulates crane control to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal or signal instructions.
• Inspects crane for defective parts, documents and notifies the supervisor of the defects or malfunctions.
• Loads, transports, and unloads materials, tools, equipment, and supplies
• Performs minor maintenance or cleaning activities on tools and equipment.
• May be required to interpret load charts.
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Typically reports to a supervisor.
• Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Education and Experience:

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent and previous years of related experience.

Physical Requirements:

NP=Not Present, O=Occasionally (0-33%), F=Frequently (34-66%), C=Constantly (67-100%)

Standing

C

Walking

C

F

Pushing

F

Pulling

F

Climbing

O

O

F

Stooping

F

Kneeling

F

Crouching

F

F

Reaching

C

C

C

Feeling

C

Vision

C

Hearing

C

Lifting (lbs)

Carrying (lbs)

0-10

C

0-10

C

10-25

F

10-25

F

25-50

O

25-50

O

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.