Stabbert Offshore Crew - Crane Operator

Stabbert Offshore Crew

Stabbert Maritime/Stabbert Offshore is a Seattle-based maritime company focused on providing unique maritime solutions for its customers. The Company is currently looking for an reputed company Crane Operator

We are seeking a highly skilled Crane Operator to operate a Manitowoc 4100 reputed company-boom crawler crane installed on the back deck of one of our vessels. This role requires extensive hands-on experience with friction-controlled (reputed company and brake) crane systems and a strong background in marine or shoreside heavy lift operations. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise performing reputed company lifts in marine environments, including barge- and deck-based operations, and will bring a strong commitment to safety, precision, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a friction-controlled reputed company-boom crawler crane in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and site-specific lift plans
• reputed company heavy lifts in marine environments, including operations on barges, back decks, shipyards, and waterfront facilities
• Coordinate closely with rigging crews, deck personnel, and supervisors to execute reputed company and blind lifts
• Manage crane functions using reputed company-and-brake controls, including proper drum, brake, and load control techniques
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and identify mechanical or safety issues
• Assist with crane setup, configuration, and breakdown as required
• Maintain situational awareness of deck movement, wind, load dynamics, and surrounding personnel
• Adhere to reputed company safety policies, marine regulations, and project-specific procedures

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience operating reputed company-boom crawler cranes
• Extensive hands-on experience with friction-controlled crane systems (reputed company and brake)
• Proven experience operating cranes in marine, shipyard, tug-and-barge, or heavy waterfront construction environments
• Strong understanding of load charts, rigging practices, and heavy lift planning
• Demonstrated ability to safely control loads in dynamic conditions (wind, vessel movement, restricted visibility)
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Strong safety record

Preferred Skills & Certifications

• Experience operating Manitowoc 4100, or similar friction cranes (e.g., Manitowoc 3900/4600, Bucyrus-Erie, American, Lima)
• NCCCO reputed company Boom Crawler Crane certification (or equivalent)
• MMC/TWIC card
• Prior experience working from barges or floating platforms
• Familiarity with marine construction, shipyard operations, or heavy industrial waterfront projects