Advanced Rigger - Austin Industrial (Pasadena, Tx)

Austin Bridge & Road•Pasadena, TX

About The Position

The Advanced Rigger assembles rigging to lift and move equipment and materials to and from industrial work areas. The role involves selecting and setting up rigging and hoisting equipment, assembling and disassembling cranes, attaching loads, and directing crane operators to ensure safe movement of loads. The position also requires monitoring compliance with safety rules and maintaining current certifications.

Requirements

Four years of journeyman-level experience.
NCCCO Rigger 1 & 2 certification or Advanced Gold Card NCCER Certification.
Valid driver's license.
Legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; sponsorship or transfer of an employment visa is not available.
Ability to perform the physical duties described, including lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds when required.
Ability to read, comprehend, and follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies; exercise sound judgment; solve problems; maintain attention to detail; manage stress; and adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and meet applicable customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements.

Responsibilities

Select cables, ropes, pullups, winches, blocks, and sheaves based on the weight and size of the load.
Attach pullups and blocks to fixed overhead structures, including beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms, using bolts and clamps.
Assemble and disassemble cranes.
Splice rope and wire cables to make or repair slings or tackle.
Attach loads to crane hooks using grappling devices such as loops, wire rope, and chains.
Direct crane operators moving loads using hand signals and radios to ensure the safety of workers and materials.
Set up, brace, and rig hoisting equipment using hand tools and power wrenches.
Observe and monitor others' observance of safety rules.
Maintain current certifications to meet regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.