Crane Operator - Southern California

Bellingham Marine Industries • Full-time • Dana Point, California, United States • $35 - $45 / hour • 4m ago

Operates traveling or stationary overhead crane (cab or ground controlled) to lift, move, and position loads such as machinery, equipment, products, and solid or bulk materials by performing the following duties. Operate, maintain crane, barge and all related rigging and equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Other duties may be assigned.

Observes load hookup and determines safety of load.
Manipulates or depresses crane controls such as pedals, levers, and buttons, to regulate speedand direction of crane and hoist movement.
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.

When Pile driving work is unavailable successful candidate will perform dock installation duties as needed which include but are not limited to:

Performs construction of marinas by installing floating docks in the water at the job site perblueprint specifications and per direction of Crew Lead and/or Construction Project Manager;
Operates equipment and machinery in a knowledgeable, safe, and effective manner;
Follows and applies safety rules and techniques;
Reports any problems with construction duties to supervisor;
May operate forklift to transport floats; places and aligns floats into correct order and position,following blueprint specifications;
Uses hardware, such as bolts, washers, rods, lumber, and uses necessary hand tools;
Positions and fastens all required hardware and materials onto floats using wrenches, rubbermallets, and others appropriate tools, ensuring floats are assembled correctly

COMPETENCIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Safety and Security -Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Dependability -Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or five to 10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Compensation:

Competitive salary and benefits package including bonus programs
Opportunities for growth, development and career advancement
A supportive work environment where your expertise, work ethic and leadership is valued
Employer 3% contribution to your 401k account. Our 401k includes a ROTH deferral option.
A robust health benefit package including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program, $1,000 annual contribution toward employee HSA account, basic life insurance, telemedicine, voluntary life insurance, long term disability, optional critical illness, accident and hospitalization policies. Benefits come with a customer care center for assistance with your health insurance questions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

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