Offshore Crane Operator - Houma, LA in Houma, Louisiana at Altrad Sparrows

Built on expertise. Trusted for 50 years. Delivery assured — every time.

Altrad Sparrows is a global provider of specialist engineering, inspection, operations and maintenance services to the offshore energy, industrial and renewables markets. We specialize in delivering structured and tailored solutions to meet our clients' lifting, mechanical handling, and fluid power requirements, whether that's on a drilling rig, a fixed offshore platform, or an onshore refinery, port, power station or manufacturing facility.

With over 65,000 people across 50+ locations worldwide, we work around the world, around the clock, combining global reach with the network, knowledge and responsiveness of a local specialist. Our in-house engineering capability spans mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, structural and integrity disciplines, giving us the depth to take on complex, safety-critical challenges others can't.

Our 'above all, one standard' commitment to quality and safety means our clients can count on consistent, high performance — every time, everywhere.

Safety. Quality. People. These are the foundations we've built on for 50 years, and the values that will drive us forward.

POSITION: Offshore Crane Operator

MAIN PURPOSE: Inspect, maintain, and operate crane Offshore.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up, tear down and operation of crane.
• Inspect job site and evaluate customer division’s requirements.
• Represent Sparrows Offshore, LLC to the customer and interface the customers’ requirements into the overall scope of work.
• Familiarity with all aspects of loading and unloading vessels in conjunction with jobs.
• Determine rigging requirements and be able to handle all rigging equipment.
• Complete all associated paperwork with jobs.
• When required, act as job coordinator on projects.
• When required, attend and represent Sparrows Offshore, LLC at pre-job meetings.
• Maintain cranes; troubleshoot and repair when required.
• Understand and give all standard hand signals for crane operation.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in repair and maintenance of Lattice Boom offshore cranes.
• Mechanical, hydraulic, and diesel experience required.
• Repair skills.
• Familiar with proper crane rigging procedures.
• Familiar with crane operations.
• Communication skill both oral and written.
• Candidate must be able to interview in person in Houma, TX
• This position offers a flexible, on-demand schedule that adapts to project priorities and business needs.
• Candidates should be comfortable working in a dynamic environment where tasks and hours may vary based on ongoing initiatives. This may not always be a set rotation.

WHY ALTRAD SPARROWS

• We invest in our people, operate with integrity, and build careers — not just fill jobs.
• Stable, growing industrial services company with a strong global footprint
• Collaborative, safety-first culture with real investment in workforce development
• Leadership visibility: This role reports directly to the Business Manager and influences shop-wide operations

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Benefits: 401(k) with matching, health/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, referral program, and retirement plan.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to advance within a global organization.
• Core Values: Respect, Solidarity, Courage, Humility, and Conviviality—creating a positive and inclusive workplace.

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