2nd shift Straddle Crane/Travelift Operator

Title: Straddle Crane Operator Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary: MUST be able to work 2nd shift and weekend. This is NOT a day position.

Crane Operators at Veritas Steel are responsible for performance of various operator/laborer duties. Operators must also adhere to company policies to ensure a safe working environment.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Uses proper safety equipment to ensure surfaces are adequately prepared for all operations:

Observes load hookup and determines safety of load.
Manipulates or depresses crane controls, such as pedals, levers, and buttons, to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
Inspects crane for defective parts and notifies supervisor of defects or malfunctions.
May attach load to hook or other crane accessory prior to operating crane and be designated Crane Operator-Hooker (steel & rel.)
Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules, including wearing required personal safety equipment.
Performing only those jobs on which they have been trained and/or authorized.
Using required personal protective equipment
Reporting unsafe conditions or practices
Making safety suggestions
Cooperating during investigation of any accidents that occur
Taking an active part and participating in safety meetings, pre-job safety briefings, task hazard analyses and Job Safety Analyses.

Scope

Reports directly to their lead person and works closely with other welders on a daily basis.

Measures of Performance

oQuality, accuracy, thoroughness, and reliability of work performed
oSafety record and no damage to products or equipment
oWorks with coworkers to meet the performance and productivity goals of the workday
oAbility to establish and maintain trust and respect of shop supervisors and coworkers

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

oMust be able to read, write, and comprehend English
oMust to be able to read metric tapes
oFlexibility is necessary to work with others in a variety of circumstances and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods
oMust be able to work with a wide variety of individuals in the workplace
oEmployee must be able to adapt to changing work priorities, communicate with diverse groups, meet deadlines and schedules, work as part of a team, and work with constant interruptions during the workday
oEmployee must be able to deal effectively with times pressures, long hours, rapidly changing priorities, and stress
oKnow basic math

Physical Requirements

oAble to lift 40 pounds and carry 30 pounds
oMust be able to push /move objects up to 50 pounds of force
oNecessary to stand, walk, stoop, and kneel up to 99% of shift
oMust have good range of motion when reaching forward, shoulder to overhead, and bending
oAgile fingers and thumbs on both hands

Working Conditions

Work at Veritas Steel is performed indoors in a large warehouse and outside in all weather conditions. There is regular exposure to dirt, dust, paint fumes, noise, moving equipment, heavy steel, and other possible hazardous conditions.

Earplugs, hardhats, respirator, safety glasses and steel-toed boots with metatarsal guards are required.

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