Job Description
The Crane Operator at Enviva is responsible for unloading logs, operating heavy lifting equipment, and ensuring the safe and efficient handling of logs in a manufacturing environment focused on sustainable wood bioenergy solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Unload logs from trucks using a portal crane
- Inspect and adjust crane mechanisms and lifting accessories
- Operate crane and other heavy equipment to lift, move, and place loads
- Monitor logs during feeding into the debarker drum and notify operators of issues
- Remove logs with embedded debris or rocks to prevent damage
- Lubricate crane parts according to manufacturer and company guidelines
- Perform general housekeeping tasks in the work area
- Adhere to environmental, health, and safety policies and guidelines
Requirements
- Complete understanding of log loading handling equipment to include but not limited to the Wagner one-bite log loader, Volvo wheel loader, crane, chipper and on site forklifts.
- Working knowledge of the log yards layout, proper log sorting, log grading, green chain, and lumber package storage.
- At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
- At least 1 year experience in operating earth-moving, crane, or other heavy equipment, moving material, loading or unloading equipment.
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. without assistance.
- Must be able to bend and squat while performing duties.
- Must be comfortable climbing ladders, conveyors, working at heights and on steel grating up to 100 ft.
- Ability to be bounced around by the vibration of crane.
- Must be able to climb ladders and work from high elevations.
- Work in all types of weather conditions.
- Occasionally walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.
- Climb ladders and work off elevated surfaces at or above 50 feet on an occasional basis during each shift.
- Stay in seated position at approximate 30 degree angle for long periods of time without a break up to four hours at a time.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range not specified
Work in all types of weather conditions
Work at heights up to 100 feet
Operate heavy equipment such as cranes, loaders, and forklifts
Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and working from elevated surfaces
Work environment includes loud noise levels and potentially slippery or uneven surfaces
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