Operator - Pile Driving & Crane
Cajun Industries · Baton Rouge, LA, US · United States · On-site
Posted Sep 21, 2026
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Overview
The Operator should be certified and have the ability to operate lattice boom crane with live brake capability. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and also learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.
Responsibilities
*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.
Work from machine cabs to direct operation of machine using pedals and levers
Raise and lower both live and fixed leads
Drive pilings for retaining walls, bulkheads, and foundations of structures, such as buildings, bridges, and piers
Use pile driver head on machine to drive pilings
Judge distance and position pilings leads
Host pilings into leads
Position hammers over pilings
Activate power hammers
Use multiple controls to operate equipment
Select appropriate attachments
Confer with building or project supervisor on job specifications
Comply with all safety codes
Read and interpret load charts
Interpret hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed
Perform minor maintenance or cleaning activities for tools and equipment
Perform daily inspections on equipment including checking fluids, refueling, adding fluids, and assess component wear
Report malfunctioning equipment to supervisors
Assist other craft workers as needed
Qualifications
Physical: While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:
Move throughout active construction and project site environments, including areas with uneven terrain, mud, gravel, sand, and other varying surface conditions.
Position themselves to inspect work, access materials, equipment, structures, and work areas at ground level, overhead, and in restricted-access locations.
Ascend and descend stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and other elevated work surfaces while maintaining safety requirements.
Frequently handle, operate, and use hand tools, power tools, equipment, instruments, and materials associated with assigned job duties.
Frequently move, transport, position, push, pull, lift, or carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance or mechanical devices where available.
Frequently communicate and exchange information with crew members, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others in field and office settings.
Understand information presented through written, electronic, verbal, visual, and environmental sources to support safe and effective job performance.
Work in a variety of environments, including outdoor settings exposed to heat, cold, rain, humidity, wind, noise, dust, and other weather or site-related conditions.
Work in confined spaces, restricted access areas, or elevated locations when required by project needs and in accordance with…