Ship Crane Operator - MTC - T - Gulf Stream Marine

The Travel Gang Ship Crane Operator is responsible for operating the gear crane equipment for the loading and discharge of cargo and containers into and from the vessel within the General Cargo Vessel Stevedoring Department.

Candidate Requirements:

• Must have a minimum of (2) two years of industry related experience operating the ship's crane. 
• Must have (1) one year experience operating heavy equipment such as the 9K, 30K or 52K forklift.
• Must have advance knowledge, understanding flagging signals used in cargo handling.
• Must have a TWIC card or the ability to obtain one. 
• Must have a valid Driver's License. 
• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak basic English.
• Must have the ability to function effectively in a fast paced, team oriented work environment.
• Must have the ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative.
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Subject to physical and/or DOT Screening is required along with other tests as applicable
• Employee must be able to work in high elements
• Employee is continuously required to sit (while driving), grasp and exercise eye-hand coordination and eye- hand-foot coordination.
• Employee is frequently required to reach forward, exercise repetitive foot and wrist motion
• Employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, bend-forward, squat, twist, and reach-overhead.
• Employee is occasionally required to lift, carry, push and pull up to 55 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust

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Key Responsibilities:

• Operate Ship's Crane, carrying a high volume of production, loading and unloading cargo, and containers in a safe and efficient manner, without the risk of damaging or harming the crane, equipment, cargo, vessel and dock.
• Perform all functions in accordance with operation and safety
• Inspect all equipment before use to ensure it is safe to operate. 
• Report any gear found to be unsafe to the Vessel Superintendent, Walking and/or Gang foreman
• Conduct and follow crane hand signals with flagman when performing the loading and discharge of cargo and containers.
• Maintain communication with personnel throughout operation in accordance with cargo handling
• Inform supervisor immediately if detect any damages and/or spoiled cargo before loading 
• Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards and awareness of surroundings (i.e. vehicles, people checking equipment, ) at all times.
• Perform other assigned duties as assigned.