RIGGER/OPERATOR -1ST
Bollinger Shipyards · Pascagoula, MS · 6 days ago
ManagementFull-time
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Selects cables, spreader bars, plate clamps and shackles according to weight and size of load to be moved.
- Attaches shackle and cable assemblies to structural components or modules and to the crane hook.
- Gives directions to workers and material handlers to ensure safe movement of structural components and materials within the shipyard.
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Knowledge of hand signals given by riggers in the movement of structural components or material.
- Knowledge of the weight and size of loads in their relationship to proper placement of clamps or shackles used in lifting.
- Knowledge and experience in the operation of hydraulic/crawler crane and other mobile equipment.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE & TRAINING
- Prior experience rigging heavy loads.
- 5 years minimum experience in shipyard as rigger and machine operator, master rigging certificate preferred, and extend-a-boom forklift certified.
- Must have working knowledge of flagging and directing multiple crawler cranes and set up for heavy lift needed.
- Must be familiar with crane load charts and ability to read loads and radius constraints.
- Must be willing to work overtime as production needs require.