Beech Crane Operator - Heavy

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With a focus on flexible work-life balance options, an expanding and diverse workforce, and limitless career growth opportunities, we will give you our best to help you give us your best, and together we can build a world of difference.

Req  : 117375

Opportunity Type : Craft (non-union)

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Contract Hire Only for this Project : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Operate 90 ton or above cranes in accordance with all manufacturer and industry standards. Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or productions in many directions safely.

• Operators must be thoroughly familiar with crane control functions Operate crane to lift and move materials and other objects; plan all lifts; proper use of capacity charts; perform rigging inspection and daily equipment inspection including cables and grappling devices for wear and tear and assist in installing or repairing cables as needed Respond accordingly to both hand and verbal commands; observe the travel of all loads and take appropriate action to avoid injury to personnel or damage to property;
  
  listen to warning alarms and respond accordingly; read boom angle and drum rotation indicators . Manipulates crane control to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal, or signal instructions . Perform maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing, and oiling machines including cleaning and maintaining Crane, cables, and hoisting mechanism . Follow inspection and maintenance schedule for equipment assuring that equipment is in good working order .
  
  Perform daily inspections on crane prior to operation Assure that monthly and annual inspections are complete . Assure that prior to lift the pre-lift safety checklist has been completed in its entirety . Operators must have copies of their OCI Equipment Qualification certificate or equivalent Nationally recognized certification and their current Medical Examiner's Certificate on their person at all times .
  
  Participate in all safety related processes and programs as requested Engage with your work team to ensure we achieve zero injuries Understand that no job is so important that your safety and that of your crew will be compromised Watch for hazards and report any concerns to your supervisor or safety professional If needed, use your stop work authority until the issue is resolved .
  
  Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed . Participate in all pre-job work planning and safety discussions Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate and/or mitigate hazards . Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (i e back-up alarms, smell of smoke, different colored warning tags, warning sirens) .
  
  Understand, support, and follow lockout tag out procedures Attend site specific training and assure you follow all procedures as out lined in training . Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment . Use effective…