Riggers
Job Description
Rigger
\nLocation: Pecos, TX
\nType: Full time
\nGeneral Information/Job Summary
\nRiggers under general supervision, selects, installs, and uses cables, ropes, chains, and other weight handling gear used to lift, move, and position heavy loads. They are responsible for knowing and following appropriate safety procedures in order to make safety checks, and for coordinating with craft personnel regarding permits and clearances to initiate construction, maintenance and repair activities.
\nResponsibilities
\nDetermines methods and materials needed to accomplish assigned construction, maintenance, or repair tasks involving rigging and lifting equipment in a safe manner.
\nCalculates needs of job to be done and uses right equipment to meet established Safety Procedures.
\nPlans, lays out, assembles, repairs, and installs complex weight handling gear and various standing and running rigging.
\nAssembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material in manufacturing plant or on construction project.
\nUses such equipment as chain falls, gin poles, tackle blocks, gallows frames, or combinations of these to rig for moving objects through confined areas.
\nUses complex multi-point suspension techniques to permit maneuvering over, under, and around obstacles by tilting, dipping, and turning the suspended load.
\nSelects cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks, and sheaves, according to weight and size of load to be moved.
\nAttaches pulley and blocks to fixed overhead structures, such as beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms, with bolts and clamps.
\nAttaches load with grappling devices, such as loops, wires, ropes, and chains, to crane hook.
\nPerforms miscellaneous tasks that require manually moving materials, tools, and equipment and using hand tools.
\nGives directions to Equipment Operator engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and material handled, using hand signals or radio.
\nSets up, braces, and rigs hoisting equipment, using hand tools and power wrenches.
\nEnsure that the rigging equipment and materials have the required capacity for the job and that all items are in good condition, are currently qualified (inspection is up to date), and are properly used.
\nConfirm that the load path is clear of personnel and obstacles.
\nRequires working in operating facilities and observing and abiding by additional safety policies and procedures.
\nGives suitable assignments to helpers. Performs work area clean-up and safety-related duties.
\nOther duties as assigned
\nQualifications
\n4 years of experience in work involving a variety of layout, installation, and maintenance tasks.
\nMust have NCCER Rigger Certification.
\nIn addition to being knowledgeable in all Basic and Intermediate Rigger tasks, the Advanced Rigger must also:
\nDemonstrate advanced level of proficiency in all the rigger tasks.
\nPerform specific rigging operations as they relate to blind hoists, traveling with a load, working in close quarters, and lift procedures for personnel.
\nApply specific rigging criteria from the manufacturer or equipment representative to the safe and appropriate methods of erection, dismantling, jumping, and reconfiguring of cranes.
\nApply specific rigging criteria for lifting a single load with multiple cranes.
\nIdentify and interpret load indicator and safety devices, capacity or load charts, specific mechanical advantages, the center of gravity as it relates to the rigging operation, as well as the effects of angles or indirect pulling in the rigging operation.
\nBe proficient in the direction of single, multiple specialized lifts.
\nBe knowledgeable and can demonstrate proficiency in the design, documentation, and implementation of lift planning.
\nSafety Requirements
\nOn a continual basis, promotes an awareness of environmental, health and safety policies to ensure a safe working environment and ensures compliance with all accompany policies
\nAbility to pass drug test as mandated by the Saulsbury Industries and Department of Transportation anti-drug program
\nMust attend and successfully complete Saulsbury Industries safety training education
\nAttends safety meetings and specialty training as directed by management
\nAttends various training classes as may be assigned by management
\nPerform related duties and responsibilities as required
\nAbility to take needed safety precautions in performing the work
\nKnowledge of basic rigging safety practices.
\nPhysical Requirements
\nManual and finger dexterity
\nEye-hand coordination
\nDepth perception
\nAbility to see things clearly that are beyond arm’s reach (far visual acuity)
\nAbility to see small detail
\nAbility to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
\nAbility to climb 30-foot ladders without resting
\nAbility to maintain balance on catwalks and narrow work spaces
\nAbility to stand for long periods of time
\nAbility to reach above head while sitting or standing
\nAbility to reach below knees while standing
\nAbility to stoop or kneel
\nAbility to work 50 or more hours each week
\nCognitive Requirements
\nOn a continual basis, promotes an awareness of environmental, health and safety policies to ensure a safe working environment and ensures compliance with all accompany policies.
\nAbility to follow appropriate safety procedures in order to make safety checks and conducts safety meetings
\nReading comprehension skill to understand work orders, written instructions, technical manuals, safety procedures, and parts catalogs
\nMathematical skill to perform basic calculations
\nOral communication skills for routine and technical information exchange with coworkers, supervisors, or other personnel
\nSkill in using hand signals
\nAbility to evaluate work conditions and quality, and to make decisions regarding course of actions (decision making)
\nAbility to communicate with others and to assimilate and understand information, in a manner consistent with the essential job functions
\nTemperament Attributes
\nInterpersonal skills to cooperate with co-workers, supervisors, and members of other crafts
\nAbility to work under time pressure
\nAbility to respond quickly and calmly to emergency situations
\nAbility to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions
\nAbility to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions
\nAbility to take needed safety precautions in performing the work
\nResponds to request to work overtime when conditions warrant and directed by management
\nWork Environment
\nEmployees in this position must be able to perform under the following conditions:
\nAwkward or confining work spaces
\nHigh places
\nOut-of-door environment
\nNoisy Environment
\nDirty Environment
\nAir contamination (dust, fumes, etc.)
\nPhysical Requirements
\nProlonged periods sitting / standing at a desk and working on a computer.
\nAbility to stand for extended periods of time.
\nAbility to walk the property and laydown yards.
\nAbility to carry up to 50 pounds.
\nPlease submit your interest by supplying your name, contact number, and experience to:
\n[email protected] or text the information to (432) 924-3966 or (432) 381-8727.
\nSaulsbury is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status.
