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.. Assistant Crane Operator

Assistant Crane Operator is generally an experienced Roustabout who has the qualifications to operate cranes.  This is the leading position to Crane Operator and will earn in the region of $59,000. Once an assistant crane operator advances to full crane operator, the salary increases substantially.

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Job requirements include:-

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•    Assisting the crane operator
•    Guiding and bringing supplies aboard
•    Learning how to master hauling items such as castings, pipes, rig equipment as well as groceries and other items without problems.

An Assistant Crane Operator is also expected to have quick reflexes for emergencies and the ability to remain calm and hold on to a sense of humor.  Accurate depth perception is vital and a knowledge of painting and an ability to clean is vital.  This position involves a fair amount of general maintenance jobs.

As an old rounder, this position will require you to have a broad knowledge of the entire rig operation.

The crane operator or assistant crane operator operate from a cab working the controls.  This is a command position and accuracy is very important when manoeuvring equipment in tight spaces.  Modern cranes have the capacity for foot pedals, levers, dials and switches in conjunction with a fully operating computerized system.  Learning how to use these devices can be difficult and will require three years of study and 144 hours experience before advancement will be considered.

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