Crane Operator at Chesapeake Shipbuilding Corp

Salisbury, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jan, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

29 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Crane Operation, Forklift Operation, Equipment Inspection, Load Binding, Safety Compliance, Maintenance Logging, Physical Stamina, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Heavy Equipment Operation, Skid Steer Operation, Adaptability, Communication, Time Management, Work Ethic

Industry

Shipbuilding

Description

Description Location Salisbury, MD Description Job Type Full-time Description WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY? Competitive Pay – $25 - $30 depending on experience Single and Family Medical + Dental + Vision! Full-time employees are eligible for benefits on the 1st of the month proceeding start date $20,000 in AD&D life insurance + short term disability at no cost for full-time employees $1,000 signing bonus for full-time positions Paid in two increments after 60 and 180 days of continuous employment Referral program that pays $500 for each referred employee hired 401(K) + company match after 1 year Six paid company holidays Paid sick and vacation New employees receive 40 hours of sick and 40 hours of vacation time after 90 days of employment Combined sick and vacation of 96 hours at year 1, 144 hours at year 5, and 168 hours at year 10 Health Savings Account An opportunity for career advancement within the department or others on the yard, while working as part of an empowering workforce Overtime available after 40 hours REPORTS TO: Shipyard Superintendent/ On-Site Foreman/ Supervisor MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Operate a variety of equipment daily, to move materials according to the schedule and instruction from Superintendent, Foreman or Supervisors. Aggressive work ethic with focus on production. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & TASKS: Transfer loads to construction site and discharge safely Ability to bind loads to the crane or lifts Inspect equipment and machinery daily Keep and update maintenance logs and daily activity log Set up equipment based on the load requirements Follow all safety guidelines and procedures Follow instructions from foreman/supervisors on site and keep job site clean All other duties as assigned REQUIREMENTS: Previous experience as a crane operator or shooting boom forklift Able to operate 80 ton Grove GRT880 All-Terrain Able to operate 130 ton Link Belt RTC-8130-2 All-Terrain Operate various Shooting Boom Forklifts Operate Skid Steer Able to safely follow directions with little to no supervision Requirements PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: All types of physical movement required for this position to successfully perform the essential functions. Ability to use upper and lower extremities Ability to work outside in heat, inclement weather, and cold Ability to crawl, kneel, crouch, climb, and bend around and under equipment Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Normal level of visual acuity needed. Must be able to understand and follow directions. Normal hearing level needed. Hand-eye coordination required. HAZARDS: Weather, fumes, moving mechanical parts, equipment, and vibration. SHIFT: Monday – Friday Day Shift: 6:00am – 2:30pm Overtime and Weekend required based on business needs Posted 10/28/2025

Responsibilities

Operate a variety of equipment to move materials according to the schedule and instructions from supervisors. Maintain safety and cleanliness on the job site while ensuring efficient production.