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Rigger I

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Posted 1 year ago
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Freeport, Texas, United States
Full-Time
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Ironworker
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Job description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Riggers will be responsible for the lifting and movement of heavy equipment and materials. They will inspect all applicable rigging. Plan for lifts using the weight of the load, lifting capacity of equipment, and other relative information needed to plan safely any heavy load movement. Attach the load using slings, chains, cables, hooks, shackles, and other related equipment. They will be responsible for signaling to the operator during a lift with instructions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Act as safety observer on equipment lifts.
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Inspect all rigging equipment.
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Plan or assist in the planning of lifts.
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Attach loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables, and other rigging equipment.
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Tie a rope around the load for use of guiding during lifting and positioning.
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Signal Equipment operator during lifts for directional or placement instructions.
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Guides load during lift and positioning.
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Climb structures to guide and position the load.
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Assist in connecting or stabilizing of load prior to detaching the load from the equipment.
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Detach loads and remove rigging equipment.
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Place and remove outrigger pads from Cranes and other heavy equipment.
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Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualification Highlights
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Must have 4+ years experience as a Journeyman Rigger
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Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions
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Must have or be able to complete successfully the NCCER Rigging assessment.
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Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
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Must be able to work at heights in excess of 300 ft.
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Must have all required tools.
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Must have reliable transportation.
Required Qualifications
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Must have specific knowledge of rigging equipment and its capacities.
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Must have knowledge of required tools and their proper use.
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Must be a team player and have effective communication skills in dealing with co-workers and any other work-related contacts.
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Must have basic knowledge of the construction processes involved in heavy industrial construction.
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Must be able to use problem-solving skills and critical thinking to resolve and identify issues, including safety risks.
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Must know proper hand signals to communicate with the equipment operator.
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Must have knowledge regarding lift planning including but not limited to the equipment to use, load capacities of equipment, and lifting equipment.
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Must hold an NCCER or NCCCO certification for Rigging (or have previous Zachry ETS Signal Person Training)
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Must have basic transportation knowledge in regard to moving equipment and loads from one location to another.
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Knowledge of arithmetic required planning for a lift.
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Must be willing to follow all company directives and safety procedures.
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Must be able to work at heights.
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Must have reliable transportation.
Preferred Additional Qualification
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Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee.
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Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
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Experience working as an Industrial Ironworker.
CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSES REQUIRED *
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NCCCO - Rigger Level I
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NCCCO - Rigger Level II
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NCCER - Industrial Rigging

About the organization

Zachry Group

@zachry-group
San Antonio, Texas, United States
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North America's pacesetter in turnkey engineering, construction, maintenance, turnaround and fabrication.
Industry
Construction
Company Size
10001+
Headquarters
+14 Locations
San Antonio, Texas, United States
Website
https://zachrygroup.com/

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