Rigger Journey

Bechtel • Pecos, TX

7d

About The Position

The Rigger Journey loads, transports, unloads, and helps select rigging tackle according to the weight and size of loads. The role attaches pulley systems and blocks to fixed overhead structures, secures loads to crane hooks, and directs crane operators during hoisting and load movements using hand signals or radio communications. It also assists with crane assembly and disassembly and sets up braces and hoisting equipment using hand tools and power wrenches.

The position may direct workers moving machinery and equipment in ships, railroad cars, trucks, piperacks, laydown yards, structures, and compressor decks. Additional duties include moving materials and supplies, maintaining tools and work areas, coordinating crane movement and setup, placing and securing air tuggers, and ensuring fair leads for hoist lines. The role adheres to all safety procedures and typically requires 48 months of industrial construction experience.

Requirements

• Typically requires 48 months of industrial construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Load, transport, and unload rigging tackle; assist in selecting tackle appropriate to the weight and size of each load.
• Attach pulley systems and blocks to fixed overhead structures, including beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms, using bolts and clamps.
• Attach loads to crane hooks using appropriate rigging tackle.
• Direct crane operators during hoisting and load movement using hand signals or radio communications to help ensure worker and material-handler safety.
• Assist crane operators with crane assembly and disassembly.
• Set up braces and rig hoisting equipment using hand tools and power wrenches.
• May direct workers hoisting machinery and equipment in ships, railroad cars, trucks, piperacks, laydown yards, structures, and compressor decks.
• Load, transport, and unload materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Clean and maintain tools, equipment, and the work area; restock supplies and materials as necessary.
• Perform minor maintenance or cleaning activities on tools and equipment.
• Plan and coordinate crane movement and setup, air tugger placement and securement, and fair leads for hoist lines.
• Adhere to all safety procedures.

What This Job Offers

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