Crane Operator

Job Title: Crane Operator
Department: STEVEDORING
Office Name: Houston, Texas
Address: 16203 Peninsula-St
City: Houston
Postal code: 77015
Country: United States

Description: Starting rate: $32 per hour

POSITION SUMMARY:       

This position is responsible for operating the shore and ship’s gear crane for the loading and unloading of cargo.  Must operate large-capacity shore cranes for the loading and unloading of cargo from vessels, trucks, and railcars. The position is also responsible for operating the ship’s gear crane equipment for the loading and discharge of cargo and containers to/from the vessels. 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 essential functions.

GEOGRAPHIC REGION:

Please note applications out of the geographic region for the position applied will not be considered.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Must have a minimum (2) two years of industry-related experience operating large shore cranes or a combination of ships’ and large shore cranes.
• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak intermediate English.
• Must have been certified to operate a Shore Crane within the past three (3) years.
• Must have advanced knowledge and understanding of flagging signals used in cargo handling. 
• Must have the ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Must have the ability to work with limited supervision and strong initiative
• Must be able to work (flexible hours) extended hours needed to include nights, overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Must have the ability to think logically and follow procedures, and instructions, and make sound decisions.
• Must have the ability to exercise independent judgment within established systems and procedures.
• Organization and time management skills.
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary

• Operate large capacity mobile harbor/shore crane and or a Ship’s Gear Crane within a high-volume production area loading, unloading cargo, containers, and discharging of cargo vessels, safely and efficiently without the risk of damaging the crane, equipment, cargo, vessel, wharf, and colleagues.
• Loading and discharging heavy lift cargo from trucks and railcars.
• Conduct and follow crane hand signals with the flagman when performing the loading and discharge of cargo and containers.
• Inspect all equipment before use to ensure is safe to operate
• Report any gear found to be unsafe to the Walking Foreman
• Maintain communication with personnel throughout the operation by cargo handling procedures
• Inform the supervisor immediately if detect any damages and/or spoiled cargo before loading or unloading
• Performs all functions according to operation and safety guidelines
• Follow and comply with company, federal, and state regulations such as DOT (Department of Transportation)
  

Secondary

• Perform general maintenance/lube on cranes as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Select and safely use appropriate equipment which may include various types of forklifts.
• Perform visual inspection on all stevedoring gear and repair/replace as needed.