Job Title: Crane Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Crane Operator capable of operating friction, cable, and hydraulic cranes. The successful candidate will efficiently manage waterside cranes to discharge cargo from vessels to shore while ensuring safety and precision.

Responsibilities

• Operate waterside cranes to transfer cargo from vessels to shore.
• Maintain and repair cranes as instructed.
• Coordinate effectively with vessel personnel and complete required documentation for cargo transfer.
• Participate in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of cranes and related gear.
• Perform general duties in all areas of terminal operations as assigned.
• Engage in refresher training in maintenance, operations, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Conduct housekeeping and general maintenance tasks as needed.
• Execute any other terminal function as trained and instructed by supervisors.

Essential Skills

• Experience in machine operating and crane operation.
• Knowledge of production processes in heavy industry.
• General labor experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Capability to work at heights up to 80 feet.
• Demonstrated ability to execute and maintain necessary records.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong team collaboration skills.
• Ability to take direction from supervisors.
• Attention to detail and adherence to work schedules and rules.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, nights, and some holidays.

Why Work Here?

Join a workplace that values a family feel atmosphere, offers annual evaluations for pay increases, and provides a competitive benefits package upon hire.

Work Environment

The role requires working outdoors, including accessing stairs and working at heights. Candidates should be comfortable with working in various weather conditions, including rain.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chesapeake, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 24, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.