General Summary of the Position:
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Responsible for operating lattice boom crawler crane. Applicants must pass a practical proficiency test. When not operating a crane, may also operate other construction equipment.
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Essential Functions:
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• Unloading and assembling of crane with ground crew and mechanics.
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• Utilizes basic skills as a hook operator in swinging rig, raising and lowering crane boom, raising and lowering load lines on the crane.
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• Handles and places loads in a designated area in a safe and controlled manner.
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• Assists in determining critical load plans and crane stability.
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• Inspects crane daily prior to operation and keeps records of safety and operation checks in the provided crane field book.
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• Recognizes safety concerns and problems in regards to worn cables, worn bands on hoisting mechanisms, broken gears, housing, operation safety of air hammer and/or vibrating hammer, and others.
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• Work cooperatively with the crew to accomplish tasks;
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• Maintain tools and equipment so that they are kept in good working order and are safe for use;
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• Participate in training and other forms of development to strengthen technical, safety and other skills.
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• Operate other construction equipment as required.
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• Consistently monitor and maintain compliance with all safety policies, procedures and regulations.
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• Maintain a clean and safe work environment to include equipment operated.
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• Trains and mentors other workers on operating equipment, safety requirements and other construction processes.
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• Other duties as required.
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Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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• Operation of lattice-boom hydraulic cranes with pile-driving experience is preferred but no required.
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• Fully understand functions and operations of diesel and vibratory pile hammers.
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• Be able to read, understand and use crane load charts.
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• Rigging knowledge is a must.
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• Be capable of successfully passing a crane operations certification test.
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• Proven ability to work on heavy civil projects involving pile driving.
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• Thorough knowledge of applicable safety precautions.
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• Ability to work under general supervision according to work schedule.
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• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
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• Good communication skills to coordinate workflow with other crew members.
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Required Education, Training and Experience:
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• NCCCO certification is required.
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• Valid appropriate state driver's license (general operator license) required; Class A or B CDL strongly preferred.
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Work Environment:
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• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
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• Requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination.
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• Noise level is generally loud.
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