Crane Operator (CFT)

Employer offers industry leading solutions above and below the waterline, combining comprehensive expertise in all facets of commercial diving, marine construction, and crane rental & rigging. We execute our projects with safety and integrity. Employer is a growing company with a highly collaborative and dynamic work environment. Our team members work vigorously to meet our customers’ needs. No two days are the same! Employer is seeking a Crane Operator to join our team.

The ideal Crane Operator is NCCO certified in multiple crane types with experience in Heavy Marine Construction. The Crane Operator performs a variety of skilled mechanical duties involving crane operation, crane safety, crane lift and maintenance. The Crane Operator operates heavy equipment necessary for the repair and maintenance of cranes; documents and records work performed; follows specified safety policies and procedures.

Duties/ Responsibilities

• Inspect Crane daily.
• Develop and communicate lift plan prior to execution of lift.
• Calculate load capacity utilizing crane specifications.
• Lift, Position, and place equipment, materials, or other large objects at assigned sites.
• Repair crane as needed.
• Maintain crane as required.
• Drive trucks/cranes to and from job sites and other assigned areas.
• Operate crane in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to read instructions, job information, and interpret to perform proper lift.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of crane signals.
• Ability to read a crane load chart and perform lift in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate direction to others to assist with lift.

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Possess NCCCO qualification.
• 1-2 years’ experience operating a crane in a construction environment.
• Ability to acquire TWIC Card and badges and security clearance to obtain access to various shipyards and installations.
• CDL License (preferred).

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
• Exposure to construction and marine site dangers.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
• Noisy environments.
• Ability to respond quickly to sounds.
• Able to traverse all areas of the jobsite in all types of weather; this may require walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please follow the steps outlined below:

Step 1: Complete Your Virginia Workforce Connection Profile and Orientation

• Register with the Virginia Workforce Connection: All referrals must have an active profile. Create or update your profile by visiting Virginia Workforce Connection.
• Complete the Online Orientation: Access and complete your orientation at Virginia Career Works Orientation.

Step 2: Submit Your Resume

• Submit a copy of your current resume to our Business Services Team. A staff member will review your resume to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Once your eligibility is confirmed, you will receive an email with further details on the application process.

Important Disclaimer

Submitting your resume in response to this job listing does not constitute an official application. It serves as the first step for our Business Services Team to prescreen your qualifications for this position. After the prescreening process, you will be contacted with the next steps if you meet the eligibility criteria.