Heavy Equipment Operator

3 weeks ago

Memphis, United States Watco Companies, Inc. Full time

Hourly Pay Rate: $18.00 - $22.00

Schedule: M-F 6:45 AM - 3:30 PM

Must be available for overtime and weekend work as needed

Primary Purpose

Located on President's Island, Watco's Memphis Terminal offers transload capabilities accessible by barge, rail, and truck, as well as indoor and outdoor storage options.

Job Description

* The primary purpose of this position is to transload materials by using a Friction Crane, Forklift (Taylor Lift), Skid Steer, and other heavy equipment, as necessary. This position will be operating in the field inside of barges, inside gondola cars, warehouses, and other locations as needed. Drivers License is required.
* Operates and Maintains - 200 Ton Updated P&H Overhead Crane, 140 Ton Manitowoc Friction Truck Crane and a 50 Ton Lima Friction Barge Crane or equal equipment, Front-end loader, Forklifts and Tractor Trailers. Must oversee general management of personnel, equipment and facility for normal terminal operations.
* Safe, efficient operation of Friction Rig / Crane or any equipment involved at the terminal.
* Maintains equipment by performing preventative maintenance i.e., lubricating, cleaning, adding gear lubricants, changing cables and document all activities performed daily.
* Responsible for the crane adjustments-brakes, clutches, motors, and support equipment - Air and Hydraulic systems.
* Check all fluids and air pressures.
* This position assist the existing Crane Operator as needed and will also require operating forklifts, driving trucks and various equipment throughout the Port facility. Person will also be required to work on and around barges and the dock, as needed.
* Inspect all moving parts, cables, boom, pendant lines, sheaves, and bucket.
* Responsible for safety of barge, truck or rail cars, and all crew members working in the area at all times, especially when vessel is in motion and when material is being removed from or loaded into the vessel.
* Observes load hookup and determines safety of load.
* Observes safety and security procedures, reports potentially unsafe conditions.
* Manipulates or depresses crane controls such as pedals, levers, and buttons, to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement.
* Uses equipment and materials properly.
* Troubleshoot equipment problems and minor repairs.
* As directed performs activities of co-workers.
* Must be willing to work shift and/or overtime hours during the week and/or weekends as dictated by operations.
* To appropriately perform the essential duties of this job, regular work attendance is required.
* Fastens attachments to crane with cables and becket pins.
* Connects hydraulic hoses, belts, mechanical linkage, or electrical power cords to crane.
* Moves levers to control equipment movement and attachments.
* Moves levers and depresses pedals to maneuver crane and raise, lower boom and Load Block to discharge or load materials to or from vessels.
* Maintains equipment by performing preventive maintenance, i.e.: lubricating, cleaning, adding gear lubricants, changing filters and documents all activity performed.
* Greases, oils, and performs minor repairs on crane or front-end loader daily.
* Other duties as assigned.

Machines, Tools, Special Equipment, Personal Protective Equipment Used

* 200 Ton Overhead Crane, 140 Ton Friction Truck Crane, 50 Ton Friction Barge Crane, Forklift, Loader, Tractor Trailers
* PPE; hard hat, vest, safety glasses, gloves, steel toed boots

Requirements

* High school education or general education diploma (GED).
* To appropriately perform the essential duties of this job, regular work attendance is required.
* Must know requirements for safe boom / cable weight limitations.
* Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's driver license and have the willingness to use personal and/or company vehicle in the course of employment.
* Must possess heavy equipment operator's certification for equipment being operated and when required.
* Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
* Ability to pass training and required testing.
* Must be willing to work any shift change as needed. Willing to work on holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed and required.
* Valid Driver's License

31191

Nearest Major Market: Memphis

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