Crane Operator (Crane Tech II)

About the role

Amentum is recruiting a Crane Tech II for the COMET contract at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The contract covers ground systems, flight hardware processing and launch operations supporting the ISS, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion and Launch Services programs. Candidates are considered at all levels for contingent and funded openings.

Key responsibilities

• Operate, generally maintain and safety-check light and heavy equipment, including mobile hydraulic cranes, forklifts and aerial platforms, before and after operations.
• Select, secure and adjust chains, cables, slings, hooks and other lifting devices to load, unload and balance equipment.
• Read load charts, understand crane stability and dynamic/shock loading, and know the quadrants of operation.
• Drive motor vehicles with responsibility for loading and unloading, and may drive heavy trucks and truck-trailers (4 tons and over).
• Fabricate wire rope and proof-load equipment.
• Work full-time, with possible shift work, occasional overtime including weekends, and daily travel across the test complex.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent, technical training in the area and three years of related experience.
• Valid U.S. driver's license; NCCCO preferred and Class A CDL with hazmat.
• Ability to climb stairs, walk on uneven terrain, climb ladders and platforms, and evacuate quickly in an emergency.
• Willingness to wear hearing and eye protection and other PPE, and to work indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally, and to travel to support the position, including by air.
• Dependable, punctual, and compliant with drug-free workplace requirements; government security clearance may be needed later.

Required skills

• Mobile crane operation and general maintenance.
• Lifting device selection and rigging.
• Class A CDL with hazmat (preferred).

What we offer

• Pay starting at $38.51, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Possible partial telework and flexible schedule, subject to department needs.
• On-site amenities such as a child development center, fitness center, credit union and barbershop.