Fabricator, Rigger

Ashley Sling•Salt Lake City, UT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Ashley Sling, a division of American Equipment Holdings, is one of the leading rigging and below-the-hook service providers in the United States. The company believes in taking care of its customers and its people, offering competitive wages, attractive benefits, and abundant training. As a fast-growing company, new opportunities for development and career growth are regularly available. A Rigging Fabricator is responsible for producing assemblies used globally in manufacturing. They will learn to identify different types of products and their applications in various industries such as construction, energy, mining, crane operation, space and aeronautical, and deep-sea recovery and rescue. This role involves working closely with experienced staff and gaining on-the-job skills.

Requirements

Proven experience in fabricating and distributing lifting and rigging equipment, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
Expertise in fabricating various types of slings (nylon, polyester, wire rope), wire ropes, lifting devices, rigging hardware, sling protection solutions, hoists, synthetic ropes, and tie-down equipment.
Strong understanding of materials used in lifting and rigging applications and their respective properties.
Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to lifting and rigging equipment.
Ability to operate fabricating equipment and tools safely and effectively.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Proof of right to lawfully work in the United States required.

Nice To Haves

Welding experience, preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Fabricate and assemble various lifting and rigging products including slings (nylon, polyester), wire ropes, lifting devices, rigging hardware, sling protection solutions, hoists, synthetic ropes, and tie-down equipment.
Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to ensure accurate fabrication and assembly.
Inspect finished products to verify conformance to specifications and quality standards.
Perform routine maintenance and repairs on fabricating equipment and tools.
Manage inventory levels of raw materials and finished products to ensure availability for customer orders.
Review, interpret drawings and blueprints and capacity tables.
Understand codes and specifications as outlined on order tickets.
Calculate wire rope cut lengths, fitting requirements and identify the appropriate equipment to produce all varieties of wire rope and chain assemblies.
Splicing wire rope and fabricating chain slings.
Understanding and operation of industrial swaging machines, proof testing machines, and forklifts (Training is provided).
Attach proper tags and labels to products.
Report defective or substandard material supplies or product.
Maintain work area, equipment, and tools in a clean and organized manner, and follow all Safety Guidelines.