E-Crane Operator

Summary

CHS INC. Is hiring a E-Crane Operator at our Myrtle Grove Grain Terminal. The E-Crane Operator will operate all terminal equipment to safely and efficiently load/unload cargo from ships and barges as per the operating plans and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate as a member of a team, responsible for coordinating information flow between each crew member and location staff/management in the loading/unloading of cargo.

• Operates floating E-Crane to load and/or discharge cargo safely and efficiently from ships and/or barges.

• Responsible for hoisting equipment and materials to repair and maintain the floating, mobile and fixed terminal equipment.

• Place and removes Front End Loaders in ship and barges s holds using E Crane as a lifting rig and “final” hold to the required cleanliness.

• Make regular inspections of the equipment and perform minor maintenance tasks such as adjusting and lubricating equipment, cleaning, washing, descaling, testing, replacing filters, gauges, valves, hoses, and other minor maintenance as necessary to maximize port systems availability and reliability.

• Performs minor maintenance tasks such as repairing, adjusting and lubricating equipment, gauges, valves, hoses, and etc. as necessary to maximize machine availability/reliability and assist maintenance personnel as required.

• Monitor all pressures, temperature and data points on the HMI to ensure that they are at normal operating level.

• Maintains and reports accurate records including beginning of shift work place inspections, shift logs and shift performance report at the end of each shift.

• Performs rigging calculations and programming on equipment when necessary.

• Ensure that safe crane operating conditions are met before and during operation.

• Works closely, as needed, with Stevedore when making lifts or rigging equipment or material.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• 4+ years of experience in Operations and/or Business Operations

Additional Qualifications

• Previous experience in a structured team environment
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to lead effectively, and influence others  
• High School diploma or GED preferred 
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 75 lbs
• Ability to climb rail cars, ladders, stairs and bins
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures