Foreman Rigging

Position Summary

The position consists of specializing in the lifting and moving of extremely large or heavy objects.

Position Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates the activity with craft workers to ensure that work is done safely, correctly and in a timely manner
• Use knowledge and understanding of the technical installation requirements for the work under his/her supervision, to include drawings, specifications, procedures, and codes
• Follows direction from supervisor
• Must have experience in rigging
• Must be able to obtain Zachry ETS signaling certification
• Loads, transports, unloads and assists in selecting cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks, and sheaves, according to weight and size of load to be moved
• Attaches pulley and blocks to fixed overhead structures, such as beams, ceilings and gin pole booms with bolts and clamps
• Attaches load with grappling devices such as loops, wires, ropes and chains to crane hook
• Gives direction to crane operator or hoisting engineer engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and material
• Inspect and repair all components of boiler systems and associated mechanical equipment
• Follow direction from Supervisor
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Must have experience using industrial hand tools and power tools
• Must have reliable transportation
• Organization and time management
• Must have good problem-solving abilities
• Must have good aptitude and manual dexterity
• Good reading comprehension
• Ability to work with others – team player including good communication skills with co-workers and supervisors
• Commitment to Zachry values and safety rules and regulations
• Must have knowledge of crane signals, operating a torch, and operate a plasma cutter

Valued but Not Required Skills

• Former Zachry employee
• Formal education/degree/certificate in construction, technical or trade school such as NCCER Certification or NCCCO in rigging

Reports to Position

This position will be responsible for a crew of up to 5-15 craft workers. The crew will be a mix of journeyman, helpers, and laborers.

Physical Requirements

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting
• Will talk and hear to communicate
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools
• May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs
• Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/spoggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots