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Brown & Root
Crane Operator(Certified)
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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.
$64,993 / year median in Virginia
+8% projected growth
Job Description
" Must have NCCCO Certification or NCCER Crane Operator, Cab; Crane Operator, Ground Control; Traveling-Crane Operator SUMMARY Operates traveling or stationary overhead crane (cab
- or ground controlled) to lift, move, and position loads, such as machinery, equipment, products, and solid or bulk materials, using hoisting attachments, such as hook, sling, electromagnet, or bucket:
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Observes load hookup and determines safety of load.
- Manipulates or depresses crane controls, such as pedals, levers, and buttons, 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 and notifies supervisor of defects or malfunctions.
- May attach load to hook or other crane accessory prior to operating crane and be designated Crane Operator-Hooker (steel & rel.) or Crane Operator-Hooktender (aircraft mfg.).
- May be designated by type of crane operated or material handled as Bridge Crane Operator (any industry); Charging-Crane Operator (foundry; steel & rel.
- Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules, including wearing required personal safety equipment. Performs other duties and activities as required.
- Performing only those jobs on which they have been trained and/or authorized.
- Working in accordance with safe job practices and complying with company safety rules
- Using required personal protective equipment
- Reporting unsafe conditions or practices
- Making safety suggestions
- Serving on the safety committee if requested
- Cooperating during investigation of any accidents that occur
- Taking an active part and participating in safety meetings, pre-job safety briefings, task hazard analyses and Job Safety Analyses.
QUALIFICATIONS
May require a high school diploma or its equivalent and previous years of related experience. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under minimum supervision. Typically reports to a supervisor.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 1.
Strength a. Standing O Walking O Sitting F a. Lifting (lbs)- 0-10 C
- 10-25 O
- 25-50 NP Carrying (lbs)
- 0-10 C
- 10-25 O
- 25-50 NP b.
C EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS NP
Not Present O Occasionally (0-33%) F Frequently (34-66%) C Constantly (67-100%) "Job Types:
Contract, Full-time Pay:
$28.00- $32.