Remote Mini Excavator Operator Jobs in Louisiana

POSITION SUMMARY: At his or her assigned location, the Remote Equipment Operator will operate assigned equipment from a remote-controlled operating chair.  He/She will move and transload various cargoes from an office setting.  Professionalism and decorum are expected while working with coworkers and management team. This position resides in the STEPS job classification for Midstream Equipment Operators.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for the safe operation of remote operated equipment (Crane, Material Handler, Excavator, Front-end loader, Skid steer etc.) in areas such as ship/barge holds, vessel deck, terminal and dock areas from a remotely assigned location.
• Safely and efficiently operate remote equipment near personnel and other equipment.
• Fluidly communicates with other team members and operational management by means of marine radio or other available technology. Appropriate etiquette and decorum are expected while working/communicating with coworkers.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out work assignments and operational instructions.
• Capable of assessing and managing standard and variable operating conditions and events while operating remote equipment.
• Basic utilization of computer to interface with proprietary remote equipment operating programing.
• Regular work attendance is required to perform the essential duties of this job.
• Must be able to work rotational shiftwork, overtime, and weekends as dictated by operational need/operational schedule. Work hours may extend to 12 hours daily.
• Report ALL incidents through company’s reporting protocol
• Support company safety initiatives
• Demonstration of knowledge of all required competencies
• Perform other duties as required/requested

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have obtained Midstream Equipment Operator Certification.
• Has met minimal qualifications for Equipment Operator I in accordance with STEPS.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school or equivalent (preferred)

SKILL/ KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Prior equipment operation experience a plus
• Ability to safely operate assigned equipment
• Manual dexterity of hands and feet to operate remote equipment; not all required at once. Modifications possible
• Knowledge of rig operation and maintenance programs a plus
• Ability to understand and adhere to personnel safety programs
• Basic aptitude in computers and information technology
• Be physically fit to perform all essential physical demands of this job safely
• Demonstrated safe work practices
• Advocate of team concept
• Commitment to customer service
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
• Must comply with all operational directives and company policies

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Professional Office Environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require reaching, limited standing, limited walking, typing, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, sitting and repetitive motions for arms, feet, and hands.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move levers/equipment controls. 

Regularly

Frequently

Occasionally

Sitting

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing/ Balance

X

Reaching-With arms/hands

X

Stooping/ kneeling/ crouching/ crawling

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Feeling/ Touching

        X

Vision- Close/ Peripheral/ Depth/ Ability to Adjust Focus

X

CERTIFICATIONS/ LISCENSES

• Must pass pre-employment drug tests as well as random drug screening
• Equipment operator certifications