Rigger General Foreman

Cajun Industries Holdings•Baton Rouge, LA

18d

About The Position

The Rigger Foreman is responsible for supervising and coordinating the activity of Rigger workers to ensure that work is done safely, correctly and timely. Must have knowledge of complex rigging, heavy rigging, change crane boom and cable, electrical safety, ladder and scaffold safety, introduction to lifting machinery, wire rope basics, basic rigging, fire prevention, sizing of chokers, load charts, cutting torches, and basic knowledge of blueprint reading. It is highly recommended that all riggers obtain a certification form a nationally recognized organization such as, but not limited to NCCER. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

Requirements

Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.
Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs
Hand/eye coordination
Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work
Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work
May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types
Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting
Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
May be required to work in confined spaces
Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)
Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision and field workers
Reading and writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy
Ability to use math/complete calculations
Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
Decision making skills necessary
Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details
Requires strong leadership and motivational skills

Responsibilities

Inspect the quality of all work to ensure standards and specifications are met
Assist workers in their duties and resolve problems
Interpret and enforce company policies and safety regulations
Be involved and have comprehension of lift plans
Load, transport, unload, and assist in selecting cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks and sheaves, according to weight and size of load to be moved
Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads, in order to ensure safety of workers and materials
Perform minor maintenance or cleaning activities of tools and equipment
Assist other craft workers as needed

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