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= '''Crane Operator Job''' =
The '''Crane Operator''' job at '''Easter Basin Harbor''' in '''San Fierro''' involves using cranes to load and unload containers. The role requires precision and control to move goods using an electromagnet, and you will be assigned different types of missions. There are two cranes available, each offering different tasks for loading and unloading containers.

=== How to Get the Job ===
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* '''Location''': Easter Basin Harbor, San Fierro.
* '''How to Start''': Go to Easter Basin Harbor and enter the job marker to take the '''Crane Operator''' job.


=== Crane Selection ===
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There are '''two cranes''' available for the job:

* '''Crane 1''': Located in the '''Southwest'''.
* '''Crane 2''': Located at the '''Northeast''' next to an anchored ship.


==== Crane 1 Operations ====
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* '''1A. Crane 1 - Load Mission''':
** Lift containers from the warehouse and load them onto the Big Ship (Freighter).
** There are '''5 zones''' to work with. You will earn payment for each successfully loaded container.
* '''1B. Crane 1 - Unload Mission''':
** Move containers from the Big Ship to designated boxes on the ground.
** There are '''three color-coded boxes''' (Red, Yellow, Blue) identified by a truck blip on the radar/map.

==== Crane 2 Operations ====
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* '''2A. Crane 2 - Load Mission''':
** Wait until the Cargo Ship is docked in the basin.
** Perform a similar loading task as '''Crane 1''', but now with '''7 zones''' to work with.
* '''2B. Crane 2 - Unload Mission''':
** After the Cargo Ship is docked, perform an unloading mission similar to '''Crane 1'''<nowiki/>'s unload mission.


=== Crane Operating Instructions ===
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Upon entering the crane, you will see a control panel that provides operating instructions.

* '''Important Commands''':
** <code>/magnet</code>: Use this command if the container remains attached to the magnet after successful loading.
** <code>/prefercrane <1 or 2></code>: Select which crane you wish to use (locked at '''L2'''+).
** '''Ground Detection''': Monitor whether the attached container has touched the ground or not via the '''ground detection''' indicator on your screen.


=== Crane Operator Job Ranks ===
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The '''Crane Operator''' job has '''10 levels''' based on your progress in completing loading and unloading missions. The rank system is based on the number of missions you complete and your experience in handling containers.

* '''L0''': Crane Trainee
* '''L1''': Trained Operator - Req: 40
* '''L2''': Class C Operator - Req: 100
* '''L3''': Class B Operator - Req: 180
* '''L4''': Class A Operator - Req: 280
* '''L5''': Specialized Heavy Lifter - Req: 400
* '''L6''': Crane Foreman - Req: 550
* '''L7''': Slinger - Req: 750
* '''L8''': Supervisor - Req: 1050
* '''L9''': Site Manager - Req: 1550
* '''L10''': The Crane - Req: 2600


=== Frequently Asked Questions ===
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'''Q: Are there commands to customize job settings?'''

* '''A''': Yes, there are several commands available:
** <code>/crane</code> or '''"enter_exit"''': Use this command/key to enter/exit the crane.
** <code>/camcr <0-5></code> or '''"v"''': Use this command/key to switch camera modes (helps a lot).
** <code>/magnet</code>: Use this command to release containers that remain attached to the magnet after loading.
** <code>/cranesoud</code>: Use this command to toggle crane sounds on/off.
** <code>/craneset</code>: Use this command to change crane default key binds.


=== Crane Operator Tips ===
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* Use the '''/prefercrane''' command to select your crane preference at '''L2'''+ rank.
* Be mindful of the '''magnet load detector''' on your screen, which shows whether a container is valid for delivery.
* Regularly monitor '''ground detection''' to ensure the container is properly lifted and placed.