Crane Operator

Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret and apply information from work orders, job orders, specifications, blueprints or drawings
• Identify, recognize and demonstrate safe usage of hand tools and power tools appropriate for the job
• Recognize various materials used in the craft and demonstrate a working knowledge of appropriate material handling techniques
• Select and safely use appropriate equipment for the job which may include (but not limited to) graders, front-end loaders, bulldozers, manlifts, fork lifts, and company trucks
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills in safe rigging practices
• Identify, explain and perform crane signals
• Demonstrate ability to perform equipment inspections and daily reporting procedures consistent with the company’s and manufacturer’s requirements
• Demonstrate ability to accurately read load charts
• Identify functions, operating characteristics and limitation of various pieces of heavy equipment
• Demonstrate ability to recognize and effectively communicate machinery maintenance problems
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills in appropriate procedures required when performing activities near utility lines
• Demonstrate ability to assure adequate site preparation for various types of equipment and tasks
• Demonstrate ability to consistently obtain correct load weight and load placement information prior to performing any lifts or activities
• Demonstrate ability to safely move equipment from one location to another
• Demonstrate appropriate procedures in shutting down and securing equipment when it is unattended
• Identify and recognize the functions of control of various types of heavy equipment
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills in appropriate procedures necessary when performing earth work in the presence of underground lines
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills in identifying various soil types
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills in correct excavation procedures