Entry Level Overhead Crane Operator Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

Overview

The Operator for the Hydraulic Crawler Crane should be certified and have the ability to safely operate a hydraulic crawler crane with a lifting capacity of up to 100 tons. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and safely and effectively use or operate work-related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

• Safely operate a hydraulic crawler crane with a lifting capacity of up to 100 tons.
• Read and interpret crane load charts to ensure safe lifting operations.
• Interpret standard hand signals and/or radio communications to safely position and place loads.
• Follow lift plans and coordinate with riggers, signal persons, and supervision during lifting operations.
• Perform daily inspections on equipment, including checking fluids, refueling, lubricating components, and assessing overall equipment condition.
• Inspect wire rope, hooks, hydraulic systems, boom components, rigging attachments, tracks, and safety devices to ensure the equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Perform minor maintenance and cleaning activities for the crane and related equipment.
• Report malfunctioning equipment, mechanical issues, or safety concerns to supervisors immediately.
• Maintain proper crane setup, travel, and positioning based on ground conditions and lift requirements.
• Operate equipment safely around personnel, structures, underground utilities, and overhead power lines.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.

Qualifications

Physical:  While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:

• Move throughout active construction and project site environments, including areas with uneven terrain, mud, gravel, sand, and other varying surface conditions.
• Position themselves to inspect work, access materials, equipment, structures, and work areas at ground level, overhead, and in restricted-access locations.
• Ascend and descend stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and other elevated work surfaces while maintaining safety requirements.
• Frequently handle, operate, and use hand tools, power tools, equipment, instruments, and materials associated with assigned job duties.
• Frequently move, transport, position, push, pull, lift, or carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance or mechanical devices where available.
• Frequently communicate and exchange information with crew members, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others in field and office settings.
• Understand information presented through written, electronic, verbal, visual, and environmental sources to support safe and effective job performance.
• Work in a variety of environments, including outdoor settings exposed to heat, cold, rain, humidity, wind, noise, dust, and other weather or site-related conditions.
• Work in confined spaces, restricted access areas, or elevated locations when required by project needs and in accordance with applicable safety requirements.
• Perform work activities ranging from sedentary to heavy physical exertion depending on project assignment and operational needs.

 Mental:  While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:

• Communicate and collaborate effectively with crew members, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others.
• Read, interpret, apply, and communicate work instructions, plans, specifications, company policies, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Perform mathematical calculations and apply measurement, estimation, and problem solving skills necessary to complete assigned work.
• Maintain concentration, situational awareness, and attention to detail while working in environments with multiple activities, distractions, and changing priorities.
• Make timely decisions using sound judgment related to safety, quality, productivity, and project requirements.
• Observe, evaluate, retain, and apply information necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively.
• Adapt to changing work conditions, schedules, priorities, and operational demands.

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