Shore Crane Operator

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Description

Position at Jacintoport International

Starting rate: $28 per hour

Long-term employment with opportunities for growth

We offer excellent benefits from day one, including:

• 401(K) Retirement Saving Plan with employer match
• Low-Cost Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• Tuition & Certification Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (as referenced in the Benefits Guide)
• Parental Leave
• Paid holidays

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for operating the shore and ship’s gear crane for the loading and unloading of cargo. Must operate large capacity shore crane for the loading and unloading of cargo from vessels, trucks and railcars. The position is also responsible for operating the ship’s gear crane equipment for the loading and discharge of cargo and containers to/from the vessels.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

GEOGRAPHIC REGION:

Please note applications out of the geographic region for position applied will not be considered.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Must have a minimum (2) two years of industry related experience operating large shore cranes or a combination of ships’ and large shore cranes.
• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak intermediate English.
• Must have been certified to operate a Shore Crane within the past three (3) years.
• Must have advanced knowledge understanding flagging signal used in cargo handling.
• Must have the ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, team oriented environment
• Must have the ability to work with limited supervision and strong initiative
• The position requires a flexible schedule, including rotating overnight and day shifts, weekends, holidays and extended hours as needed.
• Must have the ability to think logically and follow procedures, instructions and make sound decisions.
• Must have the ability to exercise independent judgment within established systems and procedures.
• Organization and time management skills.
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary

• Operate large capacity mobile harbor/shore crane and or a Ship’s Gear Crane within a high-volume production area loading, unloading cargo, containers and discharging of cargo vessels, in a safe and efficient manner without the risk of damaging the crane, equipment, cargo, vessel, wharf, and colleagues.
• Loading and discharge heavy lift cargo from trucks and railcars.
• Conduct and follow crane hand signals with flagman when performing the loading and discharge of cargo and containers
• Inspect all equipment before use to ensure is safe to operate
• Report any gear found to be unsafe to the Walking Foreman
• Maintain communication with personnel throughout operation in accordance with cargo handling procedures
• Inform supervisor immediately if detect any damages and/or spoiled cargo before loading or unloading
• Performs all functions in accordance with operation and safety guidelines
• Follow and comply with company, federal and state regulations such as DOT (Department of Transportation)

Secondary

• Perform general maintenance/lube on cranes as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Select and safely use appropriate equipment which may include various types of forklifts.
• Perform visual inspection on all stevedoring gear and repair/replace as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Subject to physical and/or DOT Screening is required along with other tests as applicable
• The employee must be able to work in high altitudes
• The employee is continuously required to sit (while driving), and stand when prepping for operation and maintenance.
• The employee is frequently required to twist reach forward, and grasp,
• The employee is frequently required to…