Transmission Crane Operator - Greenville, NC

Transmission Crane Operator

The Transmission Crane Operator position is your first step to a rewarding career in the construction and maintenance of our nation's Power Grid. Crane operators control cranes to move heavy materials and objects in industrial settings, construction sites, and around energized powerlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use standard operating procedures to operate cranes, lifts and other equipment such as hydraulic cranes, lattice booms and telescope booms.
• Inspect equipment and machinery daily for defects and wear, and perform routine maintenance procedures.
• Following safety protocols, ensuring the safe movement of loads is following guidelines. Monitor crane stability and load weights, inspect clearances and overhead lines, and assess ground conditions.
• Be able to coordinate with ground operators and interpret hand and verbal signals.
• Record keeping of materials moved and report any issue to their supervisor.
• Readily join storm restoration efforts in times of need
• Operate vehicles and equipment

Tasks:

• Work safely while performing new construction or maintenance work of transmission lines
• Operate a mini excavator, skid steers, dozers, front loaders, and line trucks
• Troubleshoot and repair minor equipment issues
• Inspect rubber goods and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Understand when to wear personal protective equipment
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order
• Perform rigorous physical labor
• Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools
• Understand the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding
• Work at heights or confined spaces
• Understand excavation and shoring requirements
• Receive and follow directions
• Can work outside, frequently in inclement weather
• Does all other related work to complete the job

Physical Aspects:

• While performing the responsibilities of this job, team-members require themselves to talk or listen. The job frequently requires the team-member to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The team-member frequently performs rigorous physical labor; sit; climb different types of structures (wood, steel); balances; stoop, and kneels . Team-members frequently lift or move up to or in-excess of 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

While performing the responsibilities of this job, team-members may frequently work with fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. Team-members are occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Employees perform powerline construction work outside and subject it to diverse weather conditions.

Competencies:

• Team-Oriented
• Ethical and Honest
• Dutifully follow established Safety Rules and Company Policy

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years' experience operating a crane in the transmission powerline industry or closely related field
• Must have a current NCCCO or NCCER crane certification
• Must have Rigging Certification
• Must have a Class A Commercial Driver's License with no restrictions and acceptable driving record
• Crane mechanical and inspection knowledge a plus
• Able to travel long distances at short notice,
• Work for extended periods in multiple locations,
• Lift an excess 50 lbs.
• Willing to work overtime when requested

This is a safety sensitive position that requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Work authorization requirements: Must meet I-9 requirements. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement: XKIG provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement XKIG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team.

Benefits Offered: This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.

Paid Time Off (PTO) Eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during the hiring process and may vary for Union hires.

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