Crane Operator

Job Title

Crane Operator – Blue Plains Wastewater Treatment Plant Project, Washington, DC (4–5 years)

• 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (no overtime)

• DC Operators License
• NCCCO (or CIC) with LAT and TLL designations
• DOT medical card

• Check all fluids before starting the engine.
• Level crane using inside cab controls and leveling bubble.
• Observe load rigging or hookup and determine safety of load using load chart.
• Operate within parameters of load chart.
• Understand and use standard hand signals.
• Manipulate or depress crane controls such as pedals, levers, and buttons to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement.
• Operate in a smooth and controlled manner.
• Use hoisting attachments such as hook, sling, electromagnet, or bucket as load requires.
• Clean and maintain crane and hoisting mechanism.
• Inspect crane for defective parts and notify supervisor of defects or malfunctions immediately.
• Operate crane in a safe, responsible manner.

• Level and position crane for a pick.
• Determine weight of item being picked and check charts to ensure item is within weight limits of crane.
• Lift and set various objects as needed.

5+ years related experience and/or training. Experience must be commensurate with project requirements (e.g., bridge or utility experience, use of hydraulic or friction crane), varying by project.

English proficiency. Ability to read, interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports.

None

Averaged: ability to calculate safe load levels from charts provided.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

100% use of arms, hands, feet for controls. Climb on and off machinery as necessary. Sit on machinery 100% of time. Stoop or kneel at least once per day for routine maintenance. Close, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception required. Tolerate vibration, movement over rough terrain, and exposure to water motion. Good vision and hearing for details at close and distance ranges.

Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and outdoor weather conditions. Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. Noise level usually loud. Construction sites may be isolated, but mostly in tight, high-traffic areas with high activity level.

Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) plan. Expected base pay range: $40.00/hr – $50.00/hr.

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.