Power Equipment Operator

Requisition Id 12876 The Oak Ridge National Laboratory has an opening for a Power Equipment Operator.
In this role you will, under limited supervision, operate a variety of equipment used for excavation and hoisting and rigging activities.
Duties and Responsibilities: Operate load handling equipment for loading, hauling, and unloading various equipment, materials, and supplies throughout ORNL in a safe and efficient manner Operate construction, excavation, and power equipment such as high lifts, dozers, skid steers, backhoes, road grader, etc.
Comprehend crane load charts and determine proper set-up for mobile cranes Operate all types of heavy lifting equipment such as overhead cranes, mobile cranes, forklifts, etc.
Receive and understand proper hand signals or voice signals as directed by a qualified signal person Work with crews in excavations and trenches, hoisting material, tools, and equipment Complete other tasks and temporary assignments as directed by management Abiding by the principles of Safe Conduct of Research including being personally responsible for ensuring safe operations by raising safety concerns, using a questioning attitude, considering hazards for every task, and never stop learning.
Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.
Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.
Basic (or Required) Qualifications: A high school diploma or equivalent Completion of a four-year apprenticeship program with a minimum of five years’ journeyman experience or 10 years documented experience in the crane and rigging industry.
Ability to operate all types of load handling equipment including, but not limited to overhead cranes, mobile cranes, forklifts, etc.
Formal crane certification or qualification provided by a nationally accredited agency or government entity and ability to maintain those certifications.
Valid Tennessee driver’s license upgradeable to a Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL).
Work will involve various physical requirements and certain working conditions and as such a post offer, pre-hire physical will be required.
Preferred Qualifications: Thorough knowledge of load handling equipment commonly used in hoisting and rigging applications.
An understanding of general industry standards such as OSHA, ASME, and ANSI.
Experience using hydraulic gantry lift systems.
Obtains Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL).
This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.
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ORNL is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.
UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.