Crane and Forklift Operator

Job Description:

Description:PRINCIPAL DUTIES

1. Operates overhead cab crane and other specialized towing and hoisting equipment, to lift, move and position a variety of large or heavy parts and sub assemblies, equipment, machinery and fixtures.

2. Drives and operates all types of electric or gas powered light and heavy duty fork lift equipment in support of productions operations to hoist, transport and position large and heavy fixtures, materials, tools, assemblies, etc. Drives fork lift equipment to work site and decides proper method of loading, hoisting, and handling load.

3. Lifts, moves, and positions sections of tanks and places such section in position for assembly, modification or minor testing.

4. Performs lifting, moving and positioning of large, cumbersome items which may require working in conjunction with another cab crane, fork lift truck or other hoisting device. Rigs loads to be moved with appropriate lifting and holding devices.

5. Ensures that balance and distribution of load is maintained and that weight of load is in compliance with capability of crane. Performs proof loading of handling equipment under the direction of higher graded technical employee.

GENERAL DUTIES

1. Move equipment, assemblies, material, and tools to designated locations to maintain normal production operations.

2. Required to work under special environmental conditions, lose quarters, stacking and tiering tools, heavy materials, parts, etc.

3. May be required to perform a variety of other manual tasks incidental to and/or related to material or production handling activities.

4. Responsible for routine cleaning and housekeeping of immediate work area.
Basic Qualifications:
1. Requires a high school diploma with 1 year of more of related experience.

2. Requires compliance with standard safety precautions

3. Ability to obtain and maintain certifications as required.

4. Requires moderate physical effort to operate and climb to and from crane and to secure slings, straps and other rigging devices. Requires occasional exertion of considerable effort to manually turn or pull material or equipment to a new position or location.

5. Knowledge and proficiency in the use of crane operations equipment and electric or gas powered light and heavy duty fork lift equipment
Desired Skills:
Attention to detail
Safety mindset
Communication
Adaptability
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Public Trust
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the worlds most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Assembly/Laborers
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

Attention to detail
Safety mindset
Communication
Adaptability

Job Ident #: 91050264720

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/

Lockheed Martin Corporation is an American global aerospace, defense, security and advanced technologies company with worldwide interests. It was formed by the merger of Lockheed Corporation with Martin Marietta in March 1995. It is headquartered in North...

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Job Info

Location

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/