Crane Operator - WtE (St. Petersburg, FL)

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Job Summary

Operate refuse crane to maintain proper refuse flow to operating boilers and to control pit management. Responsibilities include monitoring, lubricating, inspecting, and cleaning refuse crane.

Essential Functions

• Operates crane smoothly to prevent excessive grapple swings, eliminate cable jerking, and reduce wear on electrical and mechanical parts.
• Thoroughly mixes refuse before feeding to boilers to ensure proper combustion and ensure that few arches occur.
• Closes bays in a timely manner and stacks refuse to properly control pit management.
• Maintains a trench along the tipping floor to facilitate the delivery of refuse from trucks.
• Operates, monitors and cleans refuse cranes and related area, so that few arches from boiler feeder occur.
• Performs timely and complete crane inspections each shift.
• Records and logs inspection data, such as cable cuts and service length of cables, to identify recurring problems.
• Completes required lubrication of all grease points on the cranes and grapples.
• Maintains the crane control room and the area on and around the crane deck in a clean, neat, and orderly condition at all times.
• Reports changing trash conditions to the Plant Operator.
• Trains other staff to operate the crane as necessary.
• Has depth perception and fine motor skills to operate cranes smoothly.
• Completes the Corporate and Facility Training Programs within the time frame prescribed.
• Follows standard safety procedures, corrects safety and environmental hazards, and reports them to the Shift Supervisor immediately. Reads, understands, and applies information such as, lockout/tagout procedures, safety rules, job hazard analyses, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Works overtime.
• Works rotating shifts.
• Communicates clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing; as well as communicates clearly whether using in-situ intercom system, two-way radio or face to face.
• Anticipates typical problems, identifies potential or recurring problems, and takes appropriate action. Troubleshoots equipment and assists in diagnosing problem areas.
• Operates other equipment including, but not limited to, industrial forklifts, manlifts, skid steer type loaders, and other mobile equipment.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.
• Mechanical skills sufficient to perform such routine tasks as replacement of becket pins, cable cuts and changes, equipment inspections and preventative maintenance.

Supervision Received

• Perform job duties within prescribed standards. Minimal supervision necessary once varied tasks are mastered.

Computer Skills

• None required.

Competencies

• Share expertise with others.
• Manage stressful situations professionally.
• Contribute to positive team spirit.
• Accept positive and negative constructive feedback from others.
• Show respect and sensitivity for cultural/work style and learning style differences.
• Treat people with respect.
• Focuses on solving conflict/problems.
• Listens to situation/problems and checks for clarity and gets clarification.
• Work ethically and with integrity at all times.
• Teamwork/cooperation

Fcc Environmental Services, LLC operates in a multicultural, global environment and is a richly diverse organization operating seamlessly as one company. We aim to attract, motivate and retain the best people in our industry, whatever their background. We share the same passion to deliver world-class solutions to our customers. We have the best waste management professionals in the industry and develop this talent in an inspiring work environment.

Fcc Environmental Services, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity work place employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.