Crane Operator - United States Steel Corporation

Job Description

U. S. Steel is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture and celebrate the diversity of our employees.
Fairfield Tubular Steel Operations is in need of a Charge Crane Operator tooperate the Electric Arc Furnace ("EAF") bay overhead cranes in support of all EAF activities. The Charge Crane is a remote overhead crane used to charge scrap into the EAF.Charge Crane Operator is a function within theUtility Technician position which is an entry level position and a core component for our workforce as one the of world’s largest steel producers.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements are followed and a priority.
• Complete all monthly safety requirements as laid out by the Safety Department
• Capable of running overhead crane remotely in a safe manner.
• Ensure good housekeeping practices are carried out in job area and grounds.
• Safely and efficiently charge scrap into the EAF by positioning the bucket over the EAF and opening it
• Support other departments as needed to strengthen U.S. Steel’s profitability and continual improvement efforts.
• Assist with maintenance repairs.
• Ensure EAF maintains appropriate supply of stock to operate during shift.This includes but is not limited to EAF gunning machines, bank and bottom slinger, electrodes, tap hole sand, ladle sand, and other necessary materials for the proper operation of the EAF.
• Ability to change electrodes
• Provide crane assistance for all tasks associated with swapping EAF during shell exchanges
• Provide overhead crane assistance during abnormal conditions such as side wall panel exchanges, delta exchanges, or in assistance of Maintenance during non-routine tasks
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance and assist maintenance personnel as needed.
• Follow all safety and emergency procedures as applicable.
• Wear all PPE as required by procedure and knowledge of any abnormal area risks.This will include “silvers” during EAF operation.
• Relieves other employees for breaks and call offs as qualified.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Remote overhead crane experience.
• The position requires rotating 8-hour shift work, which will include Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
• The position requires overtime work as needed.
• Adherence to safety procedures/guidelines always. Safety is our core value which requires you to wear safety protection such as hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective clothing, boots with metatarsal protection, and when necessary, respirator equipment.
• The position requires punctuality, consistent attendance, and self-direction for the success of the operations.
• Must pass a pre-employment digital assessment.

Competency Summary

At U. S. Steel all employees are expected to display the following core competencies every day to advance corporate, team and individual goals:

Think: Think Critically and Drive Change
Lead: Develop Talent and Collaborate
Do: Empower Performance and Deliver Results

Company Overview

Since 1901, U. S. Steel has been a recognized leader in steel production. Today, as the first North American steel company to have declared a 2050 net-zero greenhouse gas emissions goal, we remain as innovative as ever, leading transformation across our industry while continuing to make products for everyday life - from industries as far ranging as automotive, construction, containers and packaging, appliances, and energy.

We show pride in our communities with community partnerships, corporate charitable contributions, company-sponsored employee volunteer initiatives, leadership training, and much more. And of course, we have a steadfast commitment to safety first in our workplaces and respect for our employees, who are United by Steel.

We are honored to have earned accolades and awards from well-regarded organizations, including the following:

• Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces® 2021, ’22, ‘23
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Equality 100 Award 2020, ’21,’22, ‘23
• Disability:IN’s Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion 2021, ’22, ‘23
• Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies® 2022, ‘23
• Military Times’ Best for Vets: Employers 2023
• Mansfield Certification for progressing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion in Legal Department: 2023

Conducting business with integrity and with the highest ethical values has underpinned U. S. Steel’s success for over 100 years, and it remains critical to our company’s success in the future. U. S. Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) according to job qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, disability status or status as a protected Veteran or any other legally protected group status. (California residents may visit www.ussteel.com/CANotice regarding collection of personal information and U. S. Steel's privacy practices.)