Crane operator competencies

Crane operator competencies

In this post, you can ref competencies needed for Crane operator position. The standard job competencies include knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA model).

Apart from that, you can ref a job qualification also contains other elements such as education, experience, license, qualities, training courses, physical requirements, degree or certificates…

I. Job qualifications

You can find out competencies from standard job qualification below:

      1.            2 years of experience in crane operations experience primarily on Manitowoc 4000 crane or suitable. 

      2.            Barge Cargo operations experience. 

      3.            Experience in transportation and delivery of cargo.

      4.            Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervision, work effectively and cooperatively with other people, focus attention on detail and follow established

      5.            work rules. 

      6.            Ability to deal with evolving operating conditions with few concrete variables in standardized situations. 

      7.            Demonstrate aptitude to execute and maintain necessary records. 

      8.            Ability to maintain regular, dependable attendance. 

      9.            Ability to safely and efficiently operate bulk moving equipment in tight, cramped spaces and in, around and above other workers. 

  10.            Good written and oral communication skills. 

  11.            Attention to detail and accuracy. 

  12.            Proven safety consciousness. 

  13.            Knowledge of mobile crane terminology, operation and techniques. 

  14.            Knowledge of Universal Hand Signals for rigging and lifting. 

  15.            Ability to calculate load capacities. 

  16.            Ability to work independently. 

  17.            Ability to plan and organize work. 

  18.            Ability to interpret written and oral instructions. 

  19.            Ability to perform strenuous, physical work. 

  20.            Ability to meet predetermined deadlines. 

  21.            Ability to work in confined areas. 

  22.            Ability to work flexible hours or shifts. 

  23.            Ability to withstand heights and perform work safely. 

  24.            Ability to work cooperatively with employees and the public. 

  25.            Ability to recognize and report hazards and apply safe work methods.

II. Key skills employers are looking for

Below are top 7 skills/abilities that every employers are looking for, you should pay attention to them:

1. Adaptability/Flexibility
2. Dependability/Reliability/Responsibility
3. Teamwork
4. Positive Attitude
5. Professionalism
6. Willingness to Learn
7. Communications Skills