CRANE OPERATOR

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Crane Operator is responsible for loading, unloading, and moving materials on a work site using a crane in a safe manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(This is a representative list of the duties the position may be asked to perform and is not intended to be all-inclusive.)

• Operate the crane to lift, move, and position machinery, equipment, products, or other large objects
• Use proper hoisting attachments and observe the load to ensure that it is secure
• Compare the load weight with the capacity of the crane in order to prevent overloading
• Perform a pre-inspection on any equipment operated
• Assist in the maintenance and routine housekeeping of the work area and equipment being used
• Manipulate crane controls in a safe manner and direct the crane to the appropriate destination while effectively communicating via written, oral, and/or signaled instructions
• Obey and follow all safety rules and policies
• Wear all appropriate safety equipment (PPE)
• Perform all other duties as assigned by manager and/or supervisor

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS 

• High School diploma or equivalent education
• 2+ years crane operating experience
• Must be certified as a crane operator through a third party certifier
• Basic written and verbal skills
• Ability to preform basic mathematical skills
• Must be reliable and have the ability to accept responsibility for his/her actions
• For new hires, must meet all Performance Energy Services employment qualifications in force at time of hiring, including successful completion of a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen
• For new hires, must successfully complete all required training by Performance Energy Services

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stand –  Occasionally
• Sit –  Frequently
• Use Hands –  Constantly
• Climb –  Occasionally
• Kneel –  Occasionally
• Lift/Carry over –  Occasionally (up to 50 lbs.)
• Vision –  Required  (Must be able to pass vision exam per appropriate medical requirements)
• Hearing –  Required (Must be able to pass ana audio test per OSHA standards)

  WORKING CONDITIONS

• Wet or Humid (non-weather) –  Occasionally
• Working near moving mechanical parts –  Frequently
• Working in high places –  Occasionally
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles –  Frequently
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals –  None
• Outdoor weather conditions –  Constantly
• Risk of electric shock –  Occasionally
• Work with explosives –  None
• Risk of radiation –  Occasionally
• Noise Level –  Very Loud