This position is accountable for supporting field operations at marine or railroad project locations for Russell Marine, LLC. Employees operate a variety of friction or hydraulic lattice boom cranes ranging from 50 ton to 440 ton in the construction or repair of marine terminals, dock facilities, and/or railroad bridges. Typically, they will work closely with the Foreman, Pile Drivers, Welders, Laborers, and other skilled or semi-skilled craft workers.

Works as assigned by the Foreman to ensure the successful completion of on-going or new railroad or marine construction projects.

• Operates assigned heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life.
• Maneuvers and positions loads over designated areas in a smooth, safe manner.
• Utilizes load charts to ensure lifts are performed within the determined load and radius capabilities of the crane.
• Assists in the assembly and disassembly of the crane installation of boom and hoisting cables on the crane.
• Performs maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing, oiling, and fueling of assigned equipment.
• Performs daily equipment inspection of crane and recognizes possible problem areas such as worn cables, worn bands on hoisting mechanisms, broken gears, housing, etc.; Advises Foreman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs.
• Ensures that crane is properly secured upon the work barge prior to moving from one work location to another and otherwise demonstrates safe work practices in all aspects of crane operation.
• Ensures the crane has adequate ground bearing capacity to ensure the stability of the crane throughout lifting activities.
• Is responsible for all rigging and the method in which loads are rigged.
• Works closely with site management and workers to complete projects in a safe, efficient and timely manner.
• Performs crane operator duties and rigging functions associated with lifting operations.
• Makes precise load placements where exact movements are necessary to position the load accurately and safely under complex and adverse conditions.
• Works with and assists crew in excavation activities which may include: hoisting material, tools, equipment, and/or any related work.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.
• Responsible and accountable for employee’s own personal safety, as well as the safety of all co-workers and any others employee comes in contact with.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed; Alerts Foreman, Safety Director, or HR Manager to observed safety issues.
• This position may require long hours and weekend work; travel may be required; some out-of-town and overnight travel may be expected.

NCCCO Crane Operator’s License Required; High school diploma or equivalent; or minimum of three (3) years’ related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training which provides the necessary crane operator skills, knowledge and abilities is required.

The employee must:

• Demonstrate ability to operate equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Demonstrate knowledge of construction rigging standards: use of slings, cable chokers, spreader bars, multi-part load blocks, etc.
• Demonstrate ability to read, understand and use crane load charts to determine load and radius capabilities of assigned equipment.
• Demonstrate ability to follow instructions and make decisions based on safety and operational standards of assigned equipment.
• Demonstrate ability to read and write.
• Competencies: stress management/composure, teamwork, results-driven

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, personal flotation devices (PFD’s), or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.

In addition, Construction Laborers must also be capable of:

• Competencies: stress management/composure, teamwork, results-driven
• Walking, stepping, climbing or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, which may be of varying heights and access parameters.
• Accessing and exiting machines safely.
• Standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, squatting, climbing or sitting for long periods of time.
• Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work.
• Climbing vertical ladders of a height of 6ft or greater.
• Working in confined work areas and/or elevated heights.
• Lifting objects of minimum of 10lbs, with maximum single-person lift limit of 50lbs, with frequent lifting and carrying.
• Adapting to temperature changes, outdoor conditions, and prolonged exposure to dusty, wet or humid conditions, loud noises, and vibration.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus; 20/20 vision (naturally or with corrective lenses). Must be able to pass NCCCO Crane Operator Physical.

The Company expects and requires all employees to observe and fulfill all safety responsibilities as outlined in workplace safety training, and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Regular attendance and punctuality is required of all employees.

Employment at Russell Marine, LLC is on an “at-will” basis. There is no contract of employment between Russell Marine, LLC and anyone or all of its employees unless explicitly stated elsewhere. Employment security cannot be guaranteed for or by any employee.

No Manager, Supervisor, or employee of the Company has any authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make an agreement for employment other than at-will. Only the Owner or President has the authority to modify the at-will relationship, and then only in writing specifically addressed to the employee on this issue and signed by that Russell Marine, LLC Executive.


Russell Marine LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Applicants must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.

Applicants must be able to travel.