Crane Operator (Marine)

Essential Duties And Responsibilities Include: The Following. Other Duties May Be Assigned. Checks all fluids before starting engine. Levels crane using inside cab controls and levelling bubble. Observes load rigging or hookup and determines safety of load using load chart. Always operates within parameters of load chart. Understands and makes use of standard hand signals. Manipulates or depresses crane controls such as pedals, levers, and buttons, to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement. Operates in a smooth and controlled manner. Uses hoisting attachments such as hook, sling, electromagnet, or bucket as load requires. Cleans and maintains crane and hoisting mechanism. Inspects crane for defective parts and notifies supervisor of defects or malfunctions immediately. Operates crane in a safe, responsible manner. Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsNCCCO (or CIC) with LBC designation required, TLL designation preferred.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Level and position crane for a pick. Must be able to determine weight of item being picked. Must check charts to see if item is within weight limits of crane. Lift and set various objects as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/or Experience: Four to ten years related experience and/or training. Experience must be commensurate with requirements of project (e.g. bridge or utility experience, use of hydraulic or friction crane), and therefore will vary by project.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Use of arms, hands for feet for loader controls 100% of the time. Climb on and off machinery as necessary. Sit on machinery 100% of time. Stoop or kneel at least once per day to do routine maintenance on machinery. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Tolerate some vibration produced by machinery. Tolerate movement over rough terrain at times. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee must regularly work or walk on uneven ground or onboard floating equipment. Access and egress to barges, boats and piers requires ability to do so from moving surfaces due to water motion. Must have good vision and hearing for details at close range or in the distance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Construction sites may be in isolated areas but are mostly in tight, high traffic areas; high activity level - around other equipment and workers. Expected base pay range for this positions is: $40.00/hr - $55.00/hrThis compensation range is specific to the job level and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. The range has been created in good faith based on information known to Kokosing at the time of the posting. Compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each case. This salary range does not include any potential incentive pay or benefits, however, such information will be provided separately when appropriate. Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and a 401K plan. Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.