CB&I logo
CB&I

102 open roles

Shop Burner

Houston, Texas, United StatesPosted Oct 14, 2026

Job 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

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 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. High School Diploma or equivalent. must be qualified to run a crane

Description copied from CB&I's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.

More jobs at CB&I

See all openings at CB&I

More jobs in Houston

See all jobs in Houston