1st Class Crane Operator
Pascagoula, Mississippi•Full-time
$32 - $34 hourly
$32 - $34 hourly
About the Job
Must be willing to travel/temporarily relocate to Pascagoula, MS.
What We Offer:
What We Offer:
- Paid Travel and lodging assistance available.
- Long and Short-Term Contracts.
- Immediate placement.
- PTO.
- Paid Holidays.
- Health Benefit.
The 1st Class Crane Operator will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various cranes to move materials, equipment, and structural components throughout the shipyard.
Essential Functions:
- Operate cranes (e.g., overhead, gantry, mobile, or tower cranes) to lift, move, and position heavy materials and equipment.
- Perform lifts in support of ship construction, repair, and maintenance operations.
- Read and interpret lift plans, load charts, and work instructions.
- Conduct pre-operational inspections and ensure equipment is in safe working condition.
- Communicate effectively with riggers, signalmen, and supervisors to ensure safe lifts.
- Follow all OSHA, company, and site-specific safety procedures.
- Maintain awareness of surroundings to avoid hazards and ensure safe operations.
- Assist with general yard support as needed.
Requirements:
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a 1st Class Crane Operator in a shipyard environment (required).
- Proven experience operating cranes in marine/shipbuilding settings.
- Ability to read and understand load charts and lift plans.
- Strong understanding of rigging practices and hand signals.
- Must be able to pass an in-person written test.
- Ability to work night shift and overtime as needed.
- Must be able to work in outdoor environments and around heavy equipment.
About AAA USA
AAA USA is an in-situ manufacturing company that offers specialized subcontracting and technical assistance services related to industrialization, production and supplier monitoring processes in the Aerospace and Transportation sector.With over 1,000 employees, AAA USA draws its strength from the AAA European Group, a major player in the industry for 25 years. The Group generates more than 350 million dollars of annual revenue and employs over 3,500 people throughout the world. Supported by the international expertise of the AAA Group, we offer our customers the benefit of a proven approach to deliver a high-quality finished product. Our In-situ approach that focuses on productivity, on-time delivery, quality and efficiency has given us a leading position at our clients’ facilities and operations.