CRANE OPERATOR

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PRIMARY FUNCTION: Operation of overhead crane supporting lifts required for operation and maintenance.

SOURCE OF SUPERVISION: Department Supervisor

DIRECTION EXERCISED: None

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

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   Receives instruction from the Shift Supervisor and direction from hourly personnel.

   
   
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   Trains in all cranes to support operations and maintenance.

   
   
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   Monitors and reports equipment problems or the need for maintenance. Coordinates repairs with tradesmen and supports as required.

   
   
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   Fills vacancies in a crane on shift when required.

   
   
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   When not training or not required to operate cranes, will be assigned to work in entry level positions on the ground in their department.

   
   
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   Responsible for training other union personnel as required.

   
   
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   Observes all plant rules and policies.

   
   
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   Performs housekeeping.

   
   

The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

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  Highschool diploma or equivalent required.

  
  
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  College diploma or certificate in heavy equipment operation or overhead crane operation considered an asset.

  
  
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  Ability to work continential shift rotation required.

  
  
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  Must successfully pass employment and criminal reference checks.

  
  

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.

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