Piledriver Engine Operator (9331

Role description

Under the general direction and supervision of the Piledriver Supervisor, the Piledriver Engine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining barge-mounted and mobile land-based cranes that support pile driving operations.
This position may work independently or as part of a piledriving crew. As a member of a piledriving crew, performs a variety of duties related to the repair and construction of piers, wharves, and related substructures, and may be required to assist with placing, driving, and capping piles; laying stringers and decking; framing timbers; and the demolition and removal of decayed or damaged structural or non-structural members.

• Safely operates and maintains barge mounted and mobile land-based cranes that support piledriving operations; drives forklifts and/or Port vehicles, and/or small boats.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance of cranes and piledriving equipment.
• Fuels cranes.
• Conducts pre and post operational checks of the entire crane system.
• Participates in the inspection and certification of cranes and auxiliary equipment.
• Performs other related duties as required of Class 9331 Piledriver Engine Operator.

Nature of the Work:
May require working under adverse weather conditions, working on weekends and long hours outside regular scheduled shifts.

Three (3) years certified crane operator experience on barge mounted and mobile land base cranes used for piledriving.

Possession of valid California Class B commercial driver's license (to be presented at time of employment). Applicants selected for employment must be insurable under the Port's liability insurance. Insurability must be maintained throughout employment.

Possession of National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) certificates including the following designations as required by CalOSHA:

• LBT
  - Lattice Boom Truck Cranes
• LBC
  - Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes
• TSS
  - Small Telescopic Boom Cranes (less than 17.5 ton)
• TLL
  - Large Telescopic Boom Cranes (more than 17.5 ton)