Job Description

Overhead Crane Operator

Responsible for operating an overhead crane to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. Depresses buttons, lifts levers, and ensures load is safely attached to crane before bringing it down.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Operate crane under general supervision.

Manipulate or depress crane controls to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.

Lift, position, and place material or other large objects needed in bays.

Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.

Operate crane according to signals from helper.

Start and stop crane controls.

Follow directions carefully.

Competency Statement(s)

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Loyal - The trait of feeling a duty to the employer.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Research Skills - Ability to design and conduct a systematic, objective, and critical investigation.
• Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

Skills & Abilities

Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Preferred

Experience:

Crane Operator I: 6 months to One-year experience with overhead crane

Crane Operator II: 1-3 years' experience with overhead crane

Crane Operator III: 3 plus years' experience with overhead crane

Computer Skills: Not applicable

Certifications & Licenses: None specifically required.

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