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CRANE OPERATOR (STARSHIP) - 2ND SHIFT

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operate different types of cranes/crawler cranes (Tadano ATF 100G-4, ATF 130G-5, Manitowoc 999, MLC300, Grove 9150, 765E)
Precisely place one off, non-replaceable loads in a certain areas with crane and dual crane lifts
Support inspection and maintenance of hydraulic and crawler cranes
Tilt, dip and turn suspended loads to maneuver over, under and/or around obstacles using multi-point rigging techniques
Perform different rigging challenges
Assist with rigging and driving forklifts on top of crane-cab duties

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) certification (LBC-TLL)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

5+ years of experience operating crawler cranes and hydraulic cranes
5+ years of experience in rigging
Experience working with delicate lifting operations (ex. wind farms, power plants, oil refinery industry)
Experience with tear-down and build of crawler cranes
NCCER/NCCCO (National Center for Construction Education and Research) rigging certification
Experience with a variety rigging equipment €“ shackles, straps, slings, rope, hoists
Ability to calculate and determine appropriate lifting equipment
Strong working knowledge of lifting signals, and communications
Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Able to work 2nd shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Ability to pass Air Force Background check for Cape Canaveral
Valid driver€™s license (class €œB€ or better)
Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small opening and climbing hand over hand, lifting 50 lbs., and working on ladders/lifts at elevated heights
Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
On-the-job (OJT) training will be required
Ability to work overtime as needed

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX€™s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.