Beech Island3718 - Rigger - Helper 3

Black & Veatch Family of Companies • North Augusta, SC

3d

About The Position

The Rigger - Helper 3 assists journeymen with planning, laying out, and installing rigging components used to lift and install equipment, machinery, pipe, and steel in accordance with plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. The role involves preparing and handling rigging equipment, helping move and position loads, learning rigging and related equipment practices, and supporting safe, high-quality construction work.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience working as a rigger or in a similar craft as a helper, or a combination of work experience and training.
• Basic knowledge of the rigging craft and developing knowledge of construction equipment, lifting devices, rigging tools, their capacities, and rigging practices.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Must have all necessary tools listed on the Rigger Helper Tool List.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to complete applicable pre-employment onboarding requirements, which may include criminal/civil background checks, a drug screen, and a motor vehicle records search.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, climbing, balancing, and working in confined or uneven areas.
• Ability to work shifts of up to 12 hours performing hard physical labor in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.

Nice To Haves

• NCCER Construction Craft Laborer certification, NCCER Core Curriculum, or equivalent craft training program.

Responsibilities

• Use hand and power tools to measure, cut, bend, assemble, and erect components used to lift, move, and install equipment, machinery, pipe, and steel.
• Arrange items in an erectable sequence and rig them for crane hoisting; develop knowledge of crane signals.
• Help guide rigged items into position using tag lines.
• Learn and assist with oxyacetylene and welding equipment to make adjustments or alterations needed for installations.
• Learn to inspect and test rigging for safety and reliability.
• Select rigging gear, including cables, pulleys, and winches, based on load weights and sizes, facilities, and work schedules.
• Help move heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces using chain falls, gin poles, gallows frames, and other equipment.
• Maneuver suspended loads around obstacles using multi-point suspension techniques to align, level, and anchor machinery or materials.
• Manipulate rigging lines, hoists, and pulling gear to move or support materials.
• As directed by a journeyman, attach pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures using bolts and clamps.
• Help dismantle and properly store rigging equipment after use.
• Learn material-handling practices and hazards associated with stored energy in loads.
• Signal or verbally direct workers moving and hoisting loads to protect workers and materials.
• Participate in safety processes, programs, pre-job planning, and safety discussions; identify and mitigate hazards, report concerns, and use stop-work authority when needed.
• Report accidents and near misses and participate in investigations as needed.
• Follow safety rules, warning devices, lockout/tagout procedures, site training, and established procedures; maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Communicate effectively, listen to coworkers' suggestions and concerns, ask questions, and provide feedback as appropriate.
• Participate in on-the-job training and mentoring opportunities.
• Produce quality work that meets plans, specifications, and industry standards.
• Learn to read and understand plans and specifications and visualize two-dimensional drawings in three dimensions.
• Assist with planning, installing, and repairing equipment, systems, or structures according to plans and specifications.
• Assist journeymen with laying out work and learn to perform layout independently.
• If certified to operate equipment, operate and maintain construction equipment correctly, keep it in good working order, and complete daily equipment inspections.

Benefits

• Health, life, accident, and disability insurance may be available, depending on geographic region and employment status.
• Paid time off may be available, depending on geographic region and employment status.
• Financial programs may be available, depending on geographic region and employment status.
• Professionals may be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed