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Shop Burner

Chicago Bridge & Iron Company · cbi.com
HoustonOn-siteEntry level
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Gantry crane operator and plate burner in a steel fabrication shop.

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Found
20 d ago · posted 2026-10-14
Location
Houston, Texas

Full description

Company Overview CB&I® is the world’s leading designer and builder of storage facilities, tanks and terminals. With more than 60,000 structures completed throughout our 135+ year history, we have the global expertise and strategically-located operations to provide customers world-class storage solutions for even the most complex energy infrastructure projects. Overview The Gantry Operator is responsible for Operating Shop Crane to lift, move and position materials. This position is a Individual Contributor role. The role directly reports to the Supervisor. Benefits Offered: • Health insurance • Health savings account • Dental insurance • Life insurance • Vision insurance • Short Term Disability • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Paid time off Standard work schedule is 4 days a week (Monday- Thursday), 10 hours a day. Mandatory Overtime on weekends based on production needs Responsibilities • Operate gantry cranes to lift, move, and position materials such as metal components, fabricated parts, equipment, and tools. • Inspect crane equipment and lifting gear daily to ensure safe and efficient operation. • Work closely with machine operators, welders, assemblers, and other production staff to coordinate material movement. • Completes dimensional log for material burned, documents material information for QA report • Use hand signals or radio communication to direct crane movements and ensure safe load handling. • Perform routine maintenance checks and report malfunctions or safety issues promptly. • Read and interpret shop drawings and flow work order instructions to determine material specifications and handling requirements. • Ensure all operations comply with OSHA and company safety standards. • Maintain a clean and organized work area, and housekeeping standards. • Performs other duties as required. Qualifications • High School Diploma or equivalent. • must be qualified to run a crane Skills and Behaviors • Must have clear penmanship • Hard stamp material using stencils • Reads a measuring tape accurately • Reads and understands how to use a bevel gauge • Operates an overhead crane • Experience with a hand torch with knowledge to choose the proper tip for different plate thickness • Able to work in extreme heat conditions • Able to do multiple torch bevel set ups to operate a gantry plate burner • Grinds on plate bevel edges to conformed with weld prep requirements • Cut scrap excess material • Housekeeping cleans area clear of burning slag and scrap • Drives a forklift to move material

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