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

SKILLS

American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Backhoe Loader, CDL Driver's License, CPR Certification, Class A License, Crane, Defibrillator, Dump Truck/Tipper, Earthmoving Equipment, Emergency Management, Emergency Response, Excavation, Excavator, First Aid, Forklift, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Heavy Lifting, High School Diploma, Maintain Compliance, Physical Demands, Pumps, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety

LOCATION

West Palm Beach, FL

POSTED

30+ days ago

This position operates cranes to lift, move, and position large structure gates, pump station machinery, and heavy loads. This position will also be required to operate multi-excavation/earthmoving equipment such as dump trucks, backhoes, gradalls, etc. to maintain ditches, canals, and levees.
Inspects the crane for safety issues daily, as well as the condition of the work site prior to setting up the 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 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 the 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 the boom for pile driving or high lifting.
Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with regulations or standards.
This position is subject to random mandatory drug and alcohol testing.
Other Duties as Assigned
Field Station Work Hours:
Miami Field Station work hours are Monday through Thursday, from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Our offices are closed on Friday.

Employment Guidelines
High School Diploma or GED and 4+ years of experience operating a crane and multi-excavation/earthmoving equipment, and 4+ years of experience operating a crane, dragline, and multi-excavation/earthmoving equipment. 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.

Licenses
Valid State of Florida Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) without restriction to operate a vehicle equipped with a manual transmission, or the ability to obtain within 3 months from the date of hire and/or placement in the job. The District is willing to pay the cost of CDL training.
Will be required to obtain 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) for this position.
Ability to obtain Forklift Operations Certification and First Aid/CPR/AED.

Physical Requirements/ Working Environment
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 the assigned emergency response role.
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 transports equipment weighing up to 50 pounds or more.
Other physical aspects of this job include Climbing, depth perception, exposure to gases and/or fumes (paint, welding, oil, grease, adhesive, chemical, herbicide, motor solvent, carbon monoxide, dust), recognizing color differences, upper body vibration, walking, rough terrain, working in, on, or near water.

Veteran’s 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 to the closing of the job posting.

Americans with Disabilities Act
The South Florida Water Management District is committed to providing reasonable accommodation 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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