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The offshore crane operator works in our offshore oil field. He is in charge of all crane operations from the supply boats and aboard the rig. The cranes are used to bring aboard supplies like rig equipment, castings, pipes, even groceries and so on. It is the responsibility of the crane operator to lift these items off the supply boats and safely pass them to the rig.
Duties and Responsibilities
The oil rig operator is the supervisor of the Roustabouts and the crane operator assistant
He is also in charge of supplying the rig floor with the supplies that are needed
Sometimes a crane operator is also in charge of painting, cleaning and the general maintenance on the rig
Usually he has an assistant to help him haul equipment, castings, pipes, rig equipment as well as groceries on board
One must be accurate in maneuvering equipment in tight spaces
He must have adequate technical knowledge about the usage of the crane as most of the equipment nowadays are computerized, consisting of foot pedals, levers, dials and switches.
Skills and Specifications
The job requires a person to have sound health as it involves physical labor
He must also have fast reflexes in case of emergencies
Since these workers stay away from their families for so long, they need to have a good sense of humor.
They must be able to adapt themselves to different weather conditions and environment
Accurate depth perception is vital in this field.
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