Experienced Crane Operator

This position works with other Maintenance crafts, Reliability, Operations, and Technical groups daily. As a 24/7 operating refinery, working overtime, weekend, holiday, and odd shift work is required. 

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to: 

• Performs troubleshooting, preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities on equipment 
• Operates swing and fixed cab cranes of various makes and models 
• Maintains rigging inventory and storage facility 
• Performs regular rigging inspections on pre-determined frequencies 
• Performs regular pre-use safety inspections on equipment 
• Performs crane lubrication and maintenance 
• Assist in safe crane jib set-up 
• Performs bull rigging of hard-to-reach equipment 
• Performs jack and rolls 
• Operates Tractor Trailers 
• Operates forklifts 
• Read, understand, and follow Chevron lift plans 
• Follows Chevron work permitting system 
• Works in Process Plant, Shop, and Off-Plot environments 
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team and can plan and organize own work 
• Responsible for the safe and economic use of resources 
• Looks for and acts on opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce costs 
• Ability to grasp complex issues and apply good problem-solving skills to develop recommendations and solutions 
• Build positive working relationships with operators and other crafts, both internally and externally to Chevron. 
• Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization including Management, Technical, Operations, and Maintenance 
• This position requires driving on a routine basis. 
• Ability to work independently with little supervision and take initiative to address deficiencies and malfunctions of the equipment in their assigned area.  

Required Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent 
• Valid Driver's License 
• Must have a minimum of 3 Years’ experience as a Certified crane operator in both swing and fixed cab (NCCCO or equivalent) 
• Must have a strong team and verbal and written communication skills 
• Must be able to use computers to enter work histories and perform corporate compliance activities 
• The position will typically work a 4x10 dayshift work schedule. Typical shifts are Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday but can vary based on work needs. Occasional shift, holiday, and weekend work will be required 
• Willing to complete additional training and obtain certification as a crane operator 
• Willing to complete additional training and obtain certification as a rigger 
• Willing to complete additional training and obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License  
• Willing to work overtime, holidays, nights, and weekends 
• Willing to be on call and meet call-out standards to respond to site responsibilities and emergencies 
• Willing to work outside in inclement weather with or without accommodation daily 
• Willing to work in compact and confined spaces with or without accommodation 
• Willing to climb ladders, walk up and down steps, and work at heights with or without accommodation 
• Willing to support Chevron’s policies around a harassment-free work environment; Initiatives around Health, Safety, and the Environment, and uphold the Company’s diverse and inclusive work environment policies 
• Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices and maintain a personal commitment to Incident and Injury Free Operations 
• This job is a Regulated Safety Sensitive Position under the Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration (FMCSA), and is subject to driver qualifications and Random Drug/Alcohol testing in addition to pre-employment background screenings.  Persons in this job will be DOT FMCSA regulated.