Tower Crane Operator - Norfolk, VA, United States - BuildSubmarines

Description

Tower Crane Operator

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com

We have an exciting opportunity in our Rigging department. We are currently looking for a Tower Crane Operator. General Dynamics NASSCO is a proud member of the General Dynamics Marine Systems business unit.

In addition to ship construction, our capabilities include advanced ship repair, conversion, and maintenance for both commercial and national defense assets.

Shift :

ALL

Security Clearance:
No Clearance

The Crane Operators operate a variety of cranes; conventional (tired and tracked), hydraulic, electric, tower and gantry to lift and move materials, machinery and other objects.

Responsible for accomplishing work in accordance with work specifications, safely, with the highest quality and in a professional manner.

Requires knowledge of mechanical and crane operation principles.
Requires knowledge of OSHA crane standards.
Requires knowledge of and comprehension of universal hand-signals for rigging and crane operations required.
Requires ability to understand ship nomenclature; Requires ability to work any shift and overtime.
Rigging experience preferred.

Lifting body weight, sitting, reaching, handling, pushing/pulling, standing, walking, leaning and seeing (to maintain visual contact with load), eye/hand/foot coordination.

Hearing warning signals, reading and comprehending safety instructions and planning sequence. Works in all areas of the shipyard and on board ships. RESPONSIBILITIESOperates cranes.
Set up machinery and equipment, including boom lengths and crib outriggers.
Rig machinery and equipment in and out of ships
Log data relating to lifts
Inspects cranes
Performs minor crane maintenance
Trains and mentors others in essential rigging job functions and safe crane operations
Housekeeping
May be required to attend safety, quality and/or process improvement meetings
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSBasic hand and power tools, rigging tools, lubricating greases, oil, and cleaning solvents. Personal protective equipment required; Must be able to access all Navy installations and other shipyards.

Must be able to work aboard vessels, climb ladders, work in tanks and confined spaces, and work at heights of up to 120 on piers or barges.

Must be able to work evening and weekend hours.
May include travel, including international travel up to 30%.

Exposure to wind, rain, ambient temperatures such as extreme heat and cold, wet and humid conditions, dust and toxic/caustic chemicals.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

If you have a disability that impacts your ability to complete the job application process and would like to request an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources Department.

This contact information is for accommodation requests only, not to inquire about the status of applications.

Security Clearance, Equipment Operator, Business Process, Defense, Military, Government, Manufacturing, Management

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