Crane Operator - Mobile, AL
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Job DescriptionATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps.Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is On-Site at the location detailed in the job post.Job DescriptionREPORTS TO: Crane and Rigging ManagerSUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe equipment operationAccountable for completion of daily work assignments including the completion and signatures for work completion and qualityActively participate in the continuous development of a work environment that is within parameters of industry accepted safety mandated priorities.Must be willing to work any shiftMust maintain cleanliness and organization on assigned job sitesMust be able select and attach to load proper lifting gear required to safely and efficiently perform duties of crane operationParticipate in continuous practical training of less experienced fellow craftsmenMay be assigned tasks that are outside the normal craft requirementsMust demonstrate the ability to apply practices that satisfy regulatory requirements and/or industry wide established guidelines to carry out instructions or directions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Also will be expected to be able to identify and then resolve small problems which arise while carrying out day-to-day tasksWill conduct daily pre-operational inspection of all machinery including cranes, SPMTs, and forklifts, identifying maintenance needs.Additional Qualifications/ResponsibilitiesQUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE: 3 years minimum work experience as an overhead crane operator in a shipyard environment or similar industry Experience as an operator of vertical lift and telescopic boom F/L's Must meet all the physical requirements specified by ASME B30.2 Ability to follow specific instructions and work with limited supervision Must possess a thorough knowledge of equipment used in crane/rigging operations. To include, but not limited to, slings, shackles, clamps, chain hoists, load cells, etc. Demonstrated ability to interpret and utilize load charts Must have a thorough knowledge of USA Standard hand signals Must be able to utilize required personal protective equipment [PPE] as per OSHA standards Must be able to respond to verbal and audible sounds/commands Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence and memos Must be able to effectively present information in one-on-one or small group situationsPREFERENCES: Experience in operating RT/truck cranes Certification as an RT/truck crane operator Experience as a bull rigger Familiarity with load/tension testing processes Experience in programming, configuration, and operation of SPMTsTOOLS: Will be expected to acquire basic tools on a list to be provided by the Crane/Rigging ManagerDIRECTION EXERCISED: N/ADISCRETION EXERCISED: N/ALIAISES WITH: Production Department Supervisors and Foremen, Health, Safety and Environmental representatives ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:18 years of age or older at time of application.Able to provide proof of US Person StatusNo felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years of disposition date.No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date.Willing to submit to a drug screenWilling to submit to a background checkPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must be able to satisfy in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to tour all vessels and work sites.