Rigger - Norfolk, VA
Rigger - Norfolk, VA
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Clearance Level - Must Be Able to Obtain
None
U.S. Person Required
Yes
Travel Percentage
<10%
Clearance Level - Must Currently Possess
None
Career Level
Experienced
Is Relocation Available
No
Job Description
The Rigger Shop Mechanic performs a variety of skilled mechanical duties involving deck machinery engine room work electronic equipment staging work testing steel/pipe work general dock rudders shafting wheel work and anchor chain work. The Mechanic operates equipment for assembly and installation; performs preventative and predictive maintenance on facility machinery; records work performed and follows specified safety policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities & Functional Knowledge:
This list is representative of the key areas of responsibility and functional knowledge required of a mechanic in the rigger shop. A mechanic must demonstrate a developing knowledge of the skills functional knowledge and abilities required to perform tasks in these and related areas of responsibility.
Developing knowledge means that the mechanic understands how to perform tasks in these categories (including but not limited to the specific tasks identified below) and is able to complete them with minimal assistance. This also means that the mechanic has the necessary level of knowledge of the equipment protective gear and machinery required to complete these tasks. In some cases as specified the mechanic is expected to assist rather than completing the task independently.
Anchor Chain Work
Make metal tags
Break detachable links (including baldt/kenter style links)
Transport load/unload trailers/pallets (Preferred)
Read a micrometer
Assist in counting anchor shots and tags
Assist in removing and reinstalling bitter ends open/closed focsle
Assist in measuring chain links and detachable links including snap gauge shots
Wheel Work (Hubs/Blades/CCP System)
Hook up and operate air falls
Install and remove blade pallet rig
Transport hub trailer/boom dolly (Preferred)
Assist in proper sling/grommet hook up hull
Dry-Dock Related Shafting Work
Assist in method of removal - pad eye placement select gear
Assist in shaft transporting trailer/boom dolly
Shaft Alley Related Shafting Work
Removal of bulkhead seals
Deck Machinery Work (work with cranes and cargo booms)
Wires Assist with removing/reeve system/blocks
Booms Assist with removing /install and proper method/gear selection for ABS quadrennial
Blocks Assist with removing /reinstall ABS quadrennial
Testing Assist with setting up navy test ABS test
B&A crane Assist with removing /reeve wire ropes
B&A crane Assist with boom removal method/select gear/block/transport
B&A Crane Assist with testing and set up
Routine Engine Room Work
Method/gear/route walked
Proper lashing/rig gear applications
Small pumps motors valves less than 24 pipe vent ducting etc.
Install and remove flushing gear
Main Engine/SSDG Overhaul Work
Install and remove flushing gear
Electronic Equipment Inspections
Complete inspection procedures
Determine follow up required
Staging Work
Must be familiar with the staging procedure
Must be familiar with proper building practices for the QES/Burke
Steel/Pipe Related Work:
Complete steel repair work and or piping work on various areas outside of the engine room
General Dock-Related Work
Blocking
Docking/undocking
Mooring ships
Gangway/platforms
Other various dock-related tasks
Must be familiar with Hook-on (ship/pier)
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Required Education Experience & Skills
Minimum education: 4 to 7 yrs.
Minimum relevant education:
Practical Theory Requirements:
A mechanic must demonstrate a developing understanding of naval vessel compartments number systems and related vessel terminology for the CG DDG and LHD ships. Knowledge of job planning and executing proper gear selection leading helpers and handypersons with normal supervision.
Other Requirements:
Must be able to read write and comprehend simple instructions
Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written oral or diagram form
Must be able to calculate and understand units of measure
Must be able to wear appropriate protective gear
Must be able to obtain a government access badge.
This job description does not include all activities duties or responsibilities required for this position. The key duties responsibilities and requirements identified in this description are subject to modification by the Company (in consultation with the Union as appropriate) at any time.
Preferred Education Experience & Skills
High School/Ged
Pay Information
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) which will determine your wages.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally employees are offered: health dental and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program a legal plan and other perks including discounts on things like home auto and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off paid holidays as well as other types of leave which may include military bereavement and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Employment Type
Full Time
