Job Purpose

Enviva is seeking a Crane Operator who will be responsible for unloading logs from log delivery trucks, storing logs in a stack under the portal cane and feeding logs to the log processing line.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload bundles from trucks using portal crane.
• Inspect and adjust crane mechanisms and lifting accessories to prevent malfunctions and damage.
• Move levers (with both hands), depress foot petals (with both feet) and turn dials to operate crane, or other moving equipment for lifting, moving and placing loads.
• Monitor logs being fed into the debarker drum and notify chipper operator of any problems (i.e. hung up logs, jams, etc.).
• Escalate visual issues and remove eject in-feed logs for embedded rocks or other saw damaging debris.
• Lubricate crane parts in adherence with manufacturer and company recommendations.
• Maintain contact with Area Mill Manager and coworkers.
• General housekeeping during down time to include shoveling, sweeping and hosing to clean area.
• Adhere to all plant environmental, health and safety guidelines, policies and practice.

Working Conditions

• Work in all types of weather conditions.
• Occasionally walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.
• Climb ladders and work off elevated surfaces?at or above 50 feet?on an occasional basis during each shift.
• Noise level in the work environment is frequently loud.

Physical Requirements

• Be able to lift 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Be able to bend and squat while performing duties.
• Be comfortable climbing ladders, conveyors, working at heights and on steel grating up to 100 ft
• Stay in seated position at approximate 30 degree angle for long periods of time without a break (up to four hours at a time).
• Ability to be bounced around by the vibration of crane.
• Must be able to climb ladders and work from high elevations.

Travel Requirements

• This position may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis for training or other work-related assignments.