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Cajun Industries

Operator - Hyd Boom Crane

Cajun Industries, Port Allen, Louisiana, United States, 70767


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OverviewThe Operator must be able to safely and properly operate boom cranes. Should be certified and have the ability to operate the following equipment, when required: track hoe, rubber tire backhoe, front end loader, road grader/maintainer, bulldozer, hoe ram, carry deck, ross carrier, 15 ton hydraulic crane, 18 ton hydraulic crane, 35 ton hydraulic crane, 50 ton hydraulic crane, 65 ton hydraulic crane, and friction rig. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and also learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.Responsibilities*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.Determine particular equipment to be operated and positionedAssure operating stability of equipment and manipulate heavy, sensitive loads in physically restricted areasRead and interpret load chartsInterpret hand signals to determine where materials are to be placedPerform minor maintenance or cleaning activities for tools and equipmentPerform daily inspections on equipment including checking fluids, refueling, adding fluids, and assess component wearReport malfunctioning equipment to supervisorsAssist other craft workers as neededQualificationsPhysicalMust be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legsHand/eye coordination, depth perception importantMust be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform workWill need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy workMay operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all typesClimb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffoldsRequired to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basisPosition may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and liftingMust be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.May be required to work in confined spacesWill be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)Must be able to drive cars, trucks, forklifts and other equipmentMentalMust have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervisionTalking, reading & writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policyWork at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractionsDecision making skills necessaryDetail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details