Journeyman Crane Operator

This position reports to the Crane and Rigging Supervisor.

Responsibilities for this position will include (but not limited to):

• Operate cranes and hoists safely and as per manufacturers specifications
• Inspect equipment and machinery and ensure machinery inspections is kept up to date via electronic reporting
• Ensure machinery is fully operational and free of damage
• Ensure any damage or malfunction is recorded and reported to Supervisor on duty. Also via electronic reporting
• Keep and update maintenance and activity log
• Carry out basic maintenance to equipment as per manufacturer’s specifications
• Set up and operate equipment in accordance with manufacturers recommendations
• Ensure adequate communications between operations between operator and ground crew, which may include radio or hand signals
• Ensure the crane is being operated within the guidelines of the operator’s manual and manufacturer’s specifications
• Responsible for completing any and all company related documentation including work orders, inspections, timecards and required safety docs via electronic reporting
• Follow Worksafe, OH&S, and CEC safety guidelines and protocols at all times
• Wear appropriate dress code as per CEC policy

Required qualifications for this position are:

• Maintain relative provincial, federal, and site specific certification requirements. Ie: Red Seal, apprenticeship, Level A, Level B
• Previous experience as a crane operator or a similar role
• Ensure that competencies are completed on each piece of equipment prior to operating alone. Competencies are required for all equipment , ie: All Terrain, Boom Truck, Crawler, Carry Deck, Rough Terrain, etc.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs, comfortable working at heights, rotating shifts, travel as needed on a project basis
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Must be able to pass pre-employment, post-incident and site-access Drug and Alcohol testing
• Hold or obtain industry standard safety certificates: H2S, WHIMIS, CSTS, Fall Arrest, First Aid, Class 1 or minimum Class 3 DL
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• High School diploma preferred
• Valid Class 1 commercial drivers license is preferred, consideration given to Commercial Class 3 with air brake endorsement

 *Crane Operators must be a member of IUOE 115