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Brown & Root Industrial Services
Crane Operator
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What they do
A Crane Operator operates cranes, machines used to maneuver materials and lift and lower objects from a great height. Works at construction sites, ports, logging sites, and electrical repair sites.
$56,596 / year median in Oklahoma
+10% projected growth
Job Description
SUMMARY
Operates various power-driven machinery used to move dirt or other materials. May operate all or some of the follow types of equipment: backhoe, bulldozer, crane, dragline, font-end loader, motor grader, cherry picker, dump truck, etc.
Operates various power-driven machinery used to move dirt or other materials. May operate all or some of the follow types of equipment: backhoe, bulldozer, crane, dragline, font-end loader, motor grader, cherry picker, dump truck, etc.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Sets up and operates production equipment in accordance with established guidelines and procedures.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks according to specification, accurately and in a timely manner
- Move hand and foot levers to control diesel, electric, gasoline or steam-powered operating equipment
- Interprets hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed
- May be required to manipulate equipment on unlevel working surface
- May assist in lifting, position and securing or materials and work pieces during installation.
- May be responsible for routine maintenance or repairs.
- Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Observes load hook up and determines safety of load
- Manipulates crane control to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal or signal instructions
- Cleans and maintains crane and hoisting mechanism
- Inspects crane for defective parts, documents and notifies the supervisor of the defects or malfunctions
- Loads, transports, and unloads materials, tools, equipment and supplies
- Performs minor maintenance or cleaning activities on tools and equipment
- May be required to interpret load charts.