Crane Operator (Marine Terminal) - Port of West Memphis, AR

Description

• Operates and maintains - Crawler cranes or equal equipment, Front-end loader, Forklifts, Skid Steer, and barge moving winch equipment used in loading and discharge of many types of cargoes to and from marine barges and trucks.
• Responsible for the crane adjustments-brakes, clutches, motors, and support equipment - Air and Hydraulic systems.
• Manipulates or depresses crane controls such as pedals, levers, and buttons, to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement.
• Observes load hookup and determines the safety of the load.
• Inspect all moving parts, cables, boom, pennant lines, shives, and bucket.
• Connects hydraulic hoses, belts, mechanical linkage, or electrical power cords to crane.
• Responsible for safety of barge or truck and all crew members always working in the area, especially when vessel is in motion and when material is being removed from or loaded into the vessel.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and minor repairs.
• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Maintains equipment by performing preventative maintenance i.e. lubricating, cleaning, adding gear lubricants, changing cables and document all activities performed daily.
• Maintains equipment by performing preventive maintenance, i.e.: lubricating, cleaning, adding gear lubricants, changing filters and documents all activity performed.
• Fastens attachments to crane with cables and becket pins.
• Greases, oils, and performs minor repairs on crane or front-end loader daily.
• As directed performs activities of co-workers.
• Regularly communicate via 2-way radio with Supervisors, Supervisors and Team Members.
• Check all fluids and air pressures.

Requirements

• Must know how to respond in case of emergency.
• High school education or general education diploma (GED).
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Willingness to perform “ANY” other duties as assigned. Examples - but not limited to operation of a lift truck, front end loader, conveyor, sweeper, tractor or other mobile equipment, tally, clean up, barge shifting, climbing on and off barges, rail cars and trucks, barge winch operations, etc..
• Preferred: Working knowledge of draw works, winches, licenses, certificates.
• PPE; hard hat, vest, safety glasses, gloves, steel toed boots.
• Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Crawler hydraulic cranes, Skid Steer, Forklift, Loader, etc.
• Must know requirements for safe boom / cable weight limitations.
• Applicant must pass the General SOP testing, Heavy Equipment function test along with employee demonstration check list and all other required testing.
• Safe, efficient operation of Crane or any equipment involved at the terminal.
• To appropriately perform the essential duties of this job, regular work attendance is required.
• Must be willing to work shift and/or overtime hours during the week and/or weekends as dictated by operations.
• A minimum of 1 year experience working with cranes, winches, clamshell buckets, etc.

Benefits

• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Career advancement opportunities

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance