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Rigger in Sicklerville

Energy Jobline ZR, Sicklerville, NJ, United States


Essential Functions

Follow all Hanwha Philly Shipyard rules and regulations

Select cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, shackles, clamping devices, blocks, synthetic slings and sheaves according to weight and size of the load to be moved

Have knowledge of various size wire rope breaking strengths

Attach pulley and blocks to fixed overhead structures such as beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms with bolts and clamps

Attach load with grappling devices such as loops, wires, ropes, and chains to crane hook

Give directions to Overhead Crane Operator or Hoisting Engineer engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and material handled

Set up, brace, and rig hoisting equipment

Use proper hand signals to signal crane operators and radio communication with crane operators

Visually inspect all rigging gear such as wire rope, shackles, synthetic slings, chain hoist, come‑along, hooks, and all other rigging gear to ensure safety is always first

Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Competencies

Ability to communicate effectively verbally, with hand signals and by radio

Thoroughness

Flexibility

Integrity

Strategic thinking

Willigness and ability to work as a team member

Supervisor Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment
Environmental exposures are similar to those found in most heavy industrial settings and may include noise, heat, cold, vibration, dust, fumes and smoke. Work may be carried out indoors or outdoors and may involve exposure to inclement weather conditions. (Hanwha Philly Shipyard is a TOBACCO FREE facility.)

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A range of motion sufficient to perform general lifting, carrying, bending, climbing, working at heights, extended walking or standing, etc. is required. Employment in this position is contingent upon passing the medical examination. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type and Hours
This is an on‑site, full‑time, safety‑sensitive position. Standard days and hours of work vary by department, days and hours determined by department schedules.

Education and Experience

Minimum High School or GED Diploma

Minimum 3 years structural steel rigging or erecting

Fundamentals of rigging, basic working knowledge of crane and rigging gear

High Reach Forklift experience

Knowledge of the proper hand and radio signals for all cranes

Knowledge of tying knots

Knowledge of proper hand signals to signal crane operators and radio communication with crane operators

Knowledge of how to visually inspect all rigging gear such as wire rope, shackles, synthetic slings, chain hoist, come‑along, hooks, and all other rigging gear to ensure safety is always first

Must have knowledge of various size wire ropes’ breaking strengths

Some training may be available to keep educated on new OSHA or other safety guidelines and new industry developments

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Hanwha Philly Shipyard is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants. The recruitment, selection, employment and training of employees during employment, shall be without discrimination because of , , , , or -except that the applicant must meet the minimum requirement. Hanwha Philly Shipyard does not, and will not, discriminate because of the of such individual.

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