# Operator Derrickboat

Hiring organization: [U.S. Army Corps of Engineers](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/u-s-army-corps-of-engineers)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/8b153299-aca1-4b8d-a417-260bc24ce5c2

Listed on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Location: Fountain City, WI
- Salary: 42 – 49 USD per hour

## Summary

This role operates and maintains crane equipment on barges used in dredging and waterway construction, controlling boom levers and clamshell attachments to place material and repair lock and dam structures. The position suits someone with hands-on heavy equipment experience who can work safely at heights and in variable weather conditions.

_Our summary, not U.S. Army Corps of Engineers's wording._

## Required

- Ability to operate various types of cranes using assorted levers, pedals, and controls
- Ability to hoist and handle heavy equipment and materials
- Knowledge of appropriate weight limits and angles for safe lifting
- Ability to work in tandem with other cranes
- Ability to drive safely
- Ability to work at heights up to 55 feet
- Physical capability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds
- Ability to work in heat, cold, rain and snow
- Close hand-eye coordination for equipment operation

Apply on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/889581700