Crane Operator - Tidewater Staffing
Chesapeake, VA 23324
About the Job
We are looking for a crane operator to safely transport loads within industrial sites with the use of lifting equipment, such as cranes and hoists. You will work closely with workers and ground operators to complete your tasks. You will also be responsible for equipment inspections and minor repairs daily.
To succeed in this role, you should have hands-on experience with cranes and building materials. Attention to detail and problem-solving are also must-have skills for you, so that you can adapt to different weather conditions and settings.
Responsibilities:
- Operate cranes and hoists
- Transfer loads to industrial sites and discharge safely
- Bind loads to cranes
- Inspect equipment and machinery
- Keep and update maintenance and activity log
- Carry out basic repairs to machines
- Set up machinery based on complex manuals
- Coordinate with ground operators and interpret hand and verbal signals
- Follow safety guidelines and protocols
Requirements and skills:
- Previous experience as a crane operator for at least 3 years
- Ability to lift heavy loads, work in heights and stand for long hours
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Pass medical, drug and background check
- Ability to adapt and work with teams on a schedule
- High-level mathematical skills and ability to apply to the job site
About Tidewater Staffing:
Since 1992, Tidewater Staffing, Inc. has been providing unrivaled workforce solutions for our clients in the ship repair, warehousing, and light industrial/manufacturing industries. Through the years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to solving staffing challenges efficiently, economically, and with integrity by embodying our mission statement: “Put people to work. Do the right thing every day.”
Source : Tidewater Staffing