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HUTCO INC.
Position:Rigger J1 J4
Job Location: Norfolk VA
Shift: ALL (Standard Hours:with a 45minute lunch)
Security Clearance: No Clearance Required
Rate of Pay: $24.00 per hour
DESCRIPTION:
Hutco Inc. a leader in ship construction and repair is seeking qualified Riggers (J1 J4 to join our team in Norfolk VA. We are looking for experienced riggers to fabricate install and repair rigging and weight handling gear aboard ships. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and skilled team.
RESPONSIBILITIES BY JOURNEYPERSON LEVEL:
Journeyperson 4 (Rigging)
- Fabricate install and repair rigging and weight handling gear on ships.
- Attach hoists and pulling gear to lift move remove install or position heavy equipment machinery and structural parts.
- Select and attach chainfalls jacks rollers levers and pulleys based on load type.
- Signal cranes or other equipment to move loads and control heavy equipment through narrow spaces.
- Handle lines on cleats or bollards during ship dry docking operations.
- Install or repair ships rigging including mast antenna wires small boat handling gear cranes winches and replenishment equipment.
- Move barges and derricks using tug boats and yard boats.
- Work in confined spaces engine rooms boiler rooms or at heights as required.
- Thorough knowledge of rigging tools and materials such as shackles ropes (natural synthetic and wire) steamboat jacks turnbuckles and chainfalls.
- Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA standards for rigging operations.
Journeyperson 3 (Rigging)
- Attach hoists and pulling gear to move lift or position heavy loads on ships.
- Select appropriate equipment such as chainfalls jacks rollers levers and pulleys.
- Signal cranes for load movement and guide equipment through confined spaces.
- Assist in dry docking operations handle lines and move barges with tug boats.
- Work in confined spaces engine rooms or at heights as necessary.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations applicable to rigging.
Journeyperson 2 (Rigging)
- Attach hoists and pulling gear to move and position machinery equipment and structural parts.
- Signal cranes and control equipment movement through narrow openings.
- Assist in dry docking operations and move barges with tug boats.
- Work in confined spaces or elevated locations as required.
- Knowledge of rigging tools including shackles chainfalls ropes turnbuckles and crane signals.
- Ability to splice ropes tie knots and operate forklifts and aerial lifts.
- Proficient in the use of electric pneumatic and hand tools.
Journeyperson 1 (Rigging)
- Assist in attaching hoists and pulling gear for lifting and positioning loads aboard ships.
- Assist in moving equipment through confined spaces.
- Help with line handling and staging erection operations on ships.
- Work in various locations including engine rooms boiler rooms and confined spaces.
- Basic knowledge of rigging tools and procedures including splicing ropes and tying knots.
- Ability to operate forklifts aerial lifts and use basic hand tools.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education/Training:High school diploma or equivalent; trade school or technical training in rigging preferred.
- Experience:Experience in ship repair shipbuilding or industrial rigging preferred.
- Skills:
- Proficient in using rigging tools such as shackles chainfalls ropes and cranes.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
- Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations for rigging.
- Ability to work in confined spaces at heights and in varying weather conditions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to lift carry walk climb pull and kneel.
- Capable of working in confined spaces on scaffolding and at elevated locations.
- Must have vision acuity sufficient to operate machinery and perform tasks requiring close visual attention.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
- Works in various environments including engine rooms boiler rooms elevated spaces and confined areas on ships.
- Exposed to varied weather conditions dust fumes and moving machinery.
- Safety equipment and PPE must be worn as per OSHA regulations.
CONTACT HUTCO TODAY!
Apply Online or at the Portsmouth Branch:
Address:
728 High Street Suite 200
Portsmouth VA 23704
Send resumes to:
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Hutco Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Employment Type
Full Time
