Job Description

A Cutter Crane Operator is responsible for the operation of a floating crane.

Essential Job Functions

• Safely operate lattice boom and telescopic boom cranes in marine conditions
• Clearly signal directions or warnings to coworkers
• Load and unload pipeline, anchors, dredge pump parts, cutter heads, cables, and miscellaneous dredging equipment
• Inspect equipment daily, and keep accurate crane records
• Cleans, maintains, and lubricates equipment
• Performs other duties as assigned by the project site management
• Follows company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an “Incident and Injury Free” work environment

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience working as a crane operator
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Possess a thorough knowledge of equipment used in crane/rigging operations
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and utilize load charts
• Ability to work 84 hour work week
• Ability to live aboard vessel for full rotation
• This position requires fluent use of the verbal and written English language

Required Certifications or Licenses

• Must be certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) or similar certification (CIC, NCCER)
• NCCCO Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes (LBC)
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Driver’s license

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat, harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, and high noise levels
• Work will frequently require individuals to push, pull, bend or stand for long periods of time, and climb ladders that have capacity limits of 300 lbs.
• Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies and parts up to 50 lbs. unassisted

Additional Duties

This Job Description does not cover all of the required duties, activities, functions and responsibilities of the position, any of which may change at any time according to the sole and absolute discretion of Weeks Marine, Inc., with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Weeks Marine, Inc. and all its subsidiaries and affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers and prohibit unlawful discrimination, hostility, harassment, and retaliation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.