Ironworker/Rigger

Bodell Construction Company•Ogden, UT

9d•$34 - $36

About The Position

Bodell Construction, an Aecon Company, is seeking an experienced Ironworker/Rigger with hands-on experience rigging, securing, controlling, and directing loads for crane lifts. The role works closely with crane operators and ground crews to safely move and precisely place structural steel, equipment, materials, and other loads, including in tight, congested, or restricted-access areas. The successful candidate understands load behavior, selects and configures appropriate rigging, establishes load control, communicates with the crane operator, and safely guides loads into final position. The position also assists with structural steel erection and follows project lift plans, critical-lift requirements, manufacturer recommendations, and site-specific safety procedures. Work takes place in active industrial construction environments and may involve outdoor work, varying site conditions, elevated structures, scaffolds, and aerial lifts.

Requirements

Five or more years of industrial or heavy construction ironworker/rigging experience is preferred, with significant experience supporting crane operations.
Demonstrated experience rigging and controlling loads that must be precisely landed in tight or restricted spaces.
Strong working knowledge of rigging hardware and inspection, wire-rope and synthetic slings, shackles and hooks, spreader bars or beams, chain falls and come-alongs, hitch configurations, sling angles and capacity, center of gravity and load stability, tag-line and load-control techniques, and crane hand signals and radio communication.
Ability to recognize when a proposed rigging configuration or lift condition is unsafe.
Ability to work safely at heights and in active industrial construction environments.
Ability to understand and follow lift plans, drawings, specifications, and site safety requirements.
Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate closely with crane operators and other craft personnel.
Dependable, safety-focused, and able to work effectively as part of a high-performing construction crew.
Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull construction materials and rigging equipment.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs and work from elevated structures, scaffolds, and aerial lifts.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and fall-protection equipment.
Ability to perform physically demanding work throughout the scheduled shift.

Nice To Haves

NCCCO Rigger Level I and/or Level II certification or an equivalent recognized rigging qualification.
NCCCO Signalperson certification or equivalent.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Construction training.
Previous experience with structural steel erection, industrial construction, mining, power, process piping, heavy civil, or large equipment installation.
Experience performing complex or critical lifts where clearance is limited and precise load placement is required.

Responsibilities

Rig, secure, and prepare structural steel, equipment, piping, materials, and other loads for crane lifting operations.
Inspect loads before each lift to verify they are properly balanced and secured.
Determine appropriate rigging configurations, sling placement, hitch types, and load-control methods based on the load and lifting conditions.
Select and properly use slings, shackles, hooks, spreader beams, tag lines, chain falls, come-alongs, and other rigging equipment.
Determine load weight and account for center of gravity, sling angles, hitch configuration, and load distribution when assessing rigging capacity.
Work with crane operators to fly and land loads safely in tight spaces, congested work areas, around existing structures, and in locations with limited clearance.
Use tag lines and other approved methods to control suspended loads and minimize unwanted rotation, swinging, or movement.
Serve as a qualified signal person when required, using standard hand signals and/or radio communication with crane operators.
Maintain clear communication with crane operators, spotters, ironworkers, and other craft personnel throughout lifting operations.
Recognize pinch points, crush hazards, overhead hazards, swing-radius exposures, and changing site conditions before and during lifts.
Establish and maintain safe work areas around lifting operations.
Inspect rigging equipment before use and remove damaged, defective, or questionable equipment from service.
Assist with the erection, positioning, alignment, bolting, and connecting of structural steel and other components as required.
Follow project lift plans, critical-lift requirements, manufacturer recommendations, and site-specific safety procedures.
Stop work when lifting conditions become unsafe or proper communication with the crane operator cannot be maintained.
Perform other Ironworker/Rigger duties as assigned.