Crane and Forklift Operator

Crane and Forklift Operator Principal duties include operating overhead cab crane and other specialized towing and hoisting equipment to lift, move, and position large or heavy parts and sub-assemblies, equipment, machinery, and fixtures. Also driving and operating all types of electric or gas powered light and heavy duty fork lift equipment in support of production operations to hoist, transport, and position large and heavy fixtures, materials, tools, assemblies, etc. Drives fork lift equipment to work site and decides proper method of loading, hoisting, and handling load. Lifts, moves, and positions sections of tanks and places such section in position for assembly, modification, or minor testing. Performs lifting, moving, and positioning of large, cumbersome items which may require working in conjunction with another cab crane, fork lift truck, or other hoisting device. Rigs loads to be moved with appropriate lifting and holding devices. Ensures that balance and distribution of load is maintained and that weight of load is in compliance with capability of crane. Performs proof loading of handling equipment under the direction of higher graded technical employee. General duties include moving equipment, assemblies, material, and tools to designated locations to maintain normal production operations. Required to work under special environmental conditions, lose quarters, stacking and tiering tools, heavy materials, parts, etc. May be required to perform a variety of other manual tasks incidental to and/or related to material or production handling activities. Responsible for routine cleaning and housekeeping of immediate work area. Desired skills include attention to detail, safety mindset, communication, and adaptability. This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a US Citizen for consideration. The security clearance level is Public Trust. This position is onsite full-time in New Orleans, LA. The work schedule is 9x80 every other Friday off. Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

Created: 2026-03-04