Crane Operator

Job Summary

WE ARE LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED STEVEDORING CRANE OPERATORS – A stevedoring crane operator is responsible for the precise, safe, and efficient loading and unloading of cargo containers, bulk goods, and machinery between ships, docks, and railcars. It is a highly specialized, high‑stakes role requiring sharp situational awareness, deep knowledge of vessel balance, and rigorous adherence to maritime safety standards.

Medical Insurance | Dental Insurance | Vision Insurance | Paid Time Off | 401k | Safety bucks program!

$30.00 per hour

• NCCCO Certification: NOT REQUIRED TO START
• TWIC Card
  
  Required:
  
  Must be able to apply for Transportation Worker Identification Credential prior to starting.
• Medical Clearance:
  Must be able to pass regular physical and drug screening.

• Load Chart Mastery:
  Ability to instantly read and calculate load weights, radii, and angle charts.
• Rigging Expertise:
  Deep understanding of slings, chains, spreader bars, and how to safely secure shipping containers and break-bulk.
• Mechanical Aptitude:
  Basic knowledge of equipment capabilities, limitations, and preventative maintenance protocols.

• Hand‑Eye Coordination:
  Exceptional dexterity to operate joysticks, manage multiple movements simultaneously, and position heavy loads without swinging.
• Spatial Awareness:
  Strong depth perception and mental mapping to gauge distances between the dock, the ship’s hold, and the crane, often with obstructed views.
• Critical Thinking:
  Ability to make split‑second judgments and react safely to unpredictable weather or shifting cargo.

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Quality Labor Management (QLM) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, transgender status or sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Company complies with applicable Federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.