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Job Description
The Crane Operator at Enviva is responsible for unloading logs, operating heavy lifting equipment, and ensuring the safe handling and processing of logs in a manufacturing environment focused on sustainable wood bioenergy solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Unload logs from delivery trucks using a portal crane
- Store logs in a stack under the portal cane
- Feed logs into the log processing line
- Inspect and adjust crane mechanisms and lifting accessories
- Operate crane and other heavy equipment to lift, move, and place loads
- Monitor logs being fed into the debarker drum and communicate issues
- Remove embedded debris or jams from the log feed
- Lubricate crane parts according to manufacturer and company guidelines
- Perform general housekeeping in the work area
- Adhere to environmental, health, and safety guidelines and policies
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.
- Be able to lift 50 lbs. without assistance.
- Be able to bend and squat while performing duties.
- Be comfortable climbing ladders, conveyors, working at heights and on steel grating up to 100 ft.
- Stay in seated position at approximate 30 degree angle for long periods of time without a break up to four hours at a time.
- Ability to be bounced around by the vibration of crane.
- Must be able to climb ladders and work from high elevations.
- Adhere to all plant environmental, health and safety guidelines, policies and practices.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range not specified
Work in all 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 in loud environments
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