Crane Operator

South Florida Water Management District

West Palm Beach, FL

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$62,067.20–$73,028.80 Per Year

LOCATION

West Palm Beach, FL

POSTED

30+ days ago

JOB SUMMARY AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
This position is located at West Palm Beach Field Station and will operate cranes to lift, move and position large structure gates, pump station machinery and heavy loads. Operates multi excavation/earthmoving equipment to maintain ditches, canals and levees. Inspects crane for safety issues on a daily basis as well as the condition of the work site prior to setting up crane. Ensures adherence to safe work practices and procedures.

Reads and understands signs, signals, load charts, grade stakes, excavation plans, maps/charts for dredging areas, operating manuals and service procedures. Determines load weights and checks them against lifting capacities in order to prevent overload. Observes proper load hook-up. Must be aware of how much material can be lifted safely based upon weather conditions and the capacity of the crane. Works within precise limits and standards of accuracy.

Monitors gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. Manipulates crane controls to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal, or signal instructions. Places blocks and outriggers to prevent capsizing when lifting heavy loads. Bolts boom sections together to extend or modify boom for pile driving or high lifting. Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with regulations or standards. Other Duties as Assigned.

This position is subject to random mandatory drug and alcohol testing.

Work hours are Monday - Thursday from 6:30 am - 5:00 pm.

The hiring range for this position is $62,067.20 to $73,028.80 (based on education and years of relevant work experience). An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Typically has High School Diploma or GED (Required) and 4+ years' experience operating crane and multi-excavation/earthmoving equipment (Required) and 4+ years' experience operating crane, dragline and multi-excavation/earthmoving equipment.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Forklift Operations Certification (Required)
First Aid/CPR/AED (Required)
Applicable certification by a nationally recognized certifying entity such as NCCA (National Commission for Certifying Agencies), ANSI (American National Standards Institute), or the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) (Required)
Valid State of Florida Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) without restriction to operate vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, or the ability to obtain a CDL Learner's Permit within 2 months and/or CDL License within 6 months from date of hire or placement in the job. (Required)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Due to the District's response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position may at times be required to provide support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned emergency response role.
Extensive Exertion plus travel: Regularly sets up, adjusts, controls, tests and operates equipment to complete assignments. The work environment may be hot and humid with no facilities. Moves or otherwise transport equipment weighing up to 50 pounds or more.
Alertness
Arm/hand steadiness
Balancing
Climbing
Depth perception
Drive/operate equipment
Exposure to gases and/or fumes (paint, welding, oil, grease, adhesive, chemical, herbicide, motor solvent, carbon monoxide, dust)
Eye-hand-foot coordination
Far vision
Hearing
Manual dexterity
Move/transport equipment
Near vision
Recognize color differences
Stability
Steady footing
Upper body vibration
Walking, rough terrain
Working in, on, or near water

Veterans’ Preference
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the job posting.

Americans with Disabilities Act
The South Florida Water Management District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Bureau at

HR_Solutions@sfwmd.gov

About the Company

South Florida Water Management District

Our mission: To safeguard and restore South Florida's water resources and ecosystems, protect our communities from flooding, and meet the region's water needs while connecting with the public and stakeholders.

The South Florida Water Management District is a regional governmental agency that manages the water resources in the southern half of the state, covering 16 counties from Orlando to the Florida Keys and serving a population of 9 million residents. It is the oldest and largest of the state's five water management districts. Created in 1949, the agency is responsible for managing and protecting water resources of South Florida by balancing and improving flood control, water supply, water quality and natural systems.

A key initiative is restoration of the Everglades – the largest environmental restoration project in the nation's history. The District is also working to improve the Kissimmee River and its floodplain, Lake Okeechobee and South Florida's coastal estuaries.

COMPANY SIZE

1,000 to 1,499 employees

INDUSTRY

Government and Military

WEBSITE

https://www.sfwmd.gov/

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