Operator Heavy Equipment 1

Position Summary

Industrial Heavy Equipment Operators will operate one or more cranes to move heavy equipment from one location to another location.

This often entails a change in altitude from one location to the next.

Qualification Highlights

• Must have current National Commission for the certification of crane operators (CCCO) credentials for the appropriate type of crane and current DOT physical.
• Must have + years’ experience as a Crane Operator.
• Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions (see below).
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
• May be required to have a valid driver’s license and meet a motor vehicle records check.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Position Responsibilities

• Will operate various construction Cranes to move equipment and other materials.
• Plan operational lifts.
• Will inspect equipment.
• Will be responsible for all safety aspects of operating the equipment.
• May follow signal directions from a signaler in equipment operations.
• Will access area of operations for safety issues and required processes and planning of equipment operations.

Requirements Required for Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have experience and knowledge of operating various cranes which may include but not limited to; rough terrain (RT) cranes ranging from T to T.
• Must have basic mechanical knowledge and illustrate the abilities to inspect equipment.
• Must be able to illustrate load planning and lift planning.
• Must hold a current CCCO (may also require a particular cert per the crane being used).
• Must have up to date DOT physical.
• Must know all proper hand signals.
• Must be willing to assist in other duties while not operating a crane.
• Must be able to follow instructions correctly.
• Must be reliable, accountable, and consistent in performing administrative processes such as but not limited to equipment inspection paperwork.
• Must be willing and able to follow all instructed safety regulations.
• Must be able to make it to work on time and work the designated schedule and any overtime as needed.

Preferred Additional Qualification

• Experience in all listed cranes above.
• Formal / Technical education.

Physical Requirements

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of sitting.
• Will talk and hear to communicate.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls, and tools.
• May be required to lift, carry, and move up to lbs.
• Must be able to pass a visual acuity assessment.
• Must be able to use fingers, hands, arms, legs, and feet in precise coordinated movements.
• Must have good dexterity in fingers, arms, legs, hands, and feet.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to; hard hat, safety glasses / goggles, ear plugs / muffs, masks / respirators, safety vests, gloves, and leather work boots.

CERTIFICATIONS AND / OR LICENSES REQUIRED

• NCCCO - Telescopic Boom Cranes Fixed Cab (TSS)
• NCCCO - Telescopic Boom Cranes Swing Cab (TLL)

ZACHRY is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer