Crane Operator - Turner Industries

Turner Industries is a fully diversified industrial contractor. We help move the world forward by providing responsive, innovative solutions designed to increase plant production, reduce costs, reduce downtime, and even prevent shutdowns. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA, Turner Industries has over 20,000 employees with offices and job sites across the United States. Our single-solution approach in the petrochemical, refining, energy, pulp and paper, and related industries has made Turner one of the nation's top industrial contractors and earned us the No. 1 spot on ABC's 2024 Top Performers list. People are at the heart of everything we do. Their safety, security, and satisfaction have always been our top priorities. For proof, look no further than our strong working relationships and extraordinary workforce.

We are seeking a Crane Operator with NCCER or NCCCO certification for a position in Norco, LA. This position operates an overhead crane to move objects, components and material. Non-exempt role; Reports to the Foreman; Assigned duties according to specific procedures / work is checked frequently.

Essential Qualifications:

• NCCER or NCCCO certification required (small hydraulic fixed cab, large hydraulic swing cab cranes)
• NCCER or NCCCO certification, rigging and signal person
• Verifiable industrial experience in assembly/disassembly and operation of all four types of cranes
• Selection and inspection of rigging hardware used in routine lifting such as synthetic & wire rope slings, shackles spreader bar, rolling blocks, chain hoist, come-a-longs, etc.
• Working knowledge of alternative lifting/load movement methods such as gantries. jack & sliding, bull rigging, etc.
• Working knowledge of proper attachment of all types of rigging hardware used in routine lifting
• Knowledge and skills required for planning and executing lifts in an industrial setting and acting as Assembly/Disassembly (A/D) director for all buyer cranes
• Position requires employees to have a valid TWIC card
• Position requires a valid state issued Class A CDL driver's license
• Candidates must be able to pass drug test as well as a background check
• Benefits include: Medical, Dental, 401k, Vacation & Holiday
• Per diem and relocation are not available for this position
• Must be able to operate 2.5 ton to 160 ton
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Pre-employment qualification test if applicable
• Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation
• Job site "Personal Protective Equipment" requirements (hearing protection, safety glasses, long sleeve shirt, gloves, steel toe boots, etc.)
• Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace

Functional Requirements:

Read and sign off on JSA, Operates overhead crane from a cab, Receives verbal communication from employees where location of crane is needed to move materials throughout accessible areas, Stays awake, alert and is aware of surroundings, Uses hand levers to control functions of the crane, Performs daily inspection of the crane, Reports any unsatisfactory findings to the Foreman, Reads and interprets load charts, Understands hand signals for communicating with employees in the work area, Maintains a clean and safe work environment at all times, Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

Compensation

Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, benefits include health, dental, vision, life, ADD, voluntary life / ADD, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, telehealth access, and employee assistance program.

Physical Involvement:

May be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc.; reaching in all directions; handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30 to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.; standing / sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction; wearing respirator and other PPE; work in excessive heat; work in excessive cold; work in loud environment

Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.

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