Rigger Journeyman

Brown & Root Industrial Services, LLC•Geismar, LA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Assembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material to construction projects. This role involves loading, transporting, and unloading materials, as well as selecting appropriate rigging equipment based on load weight and size. The Rigger Journeyman attaches pulley systems to overhead structures and loads to crane hooks, providing direction to crane operators using hand signals or communication devices to ensure safety. They also set up hoisting equipment, tie various knots, and may assemble/disassemble cranes. The position includes splicing ropes and cables, potentially directing workers in hoisting operations, performing minor maintenance, and adhering to all safety rules.

Requirements

Coordinate the movements of hands and feet according to visual signals and directions.
Limits to standards of accuracy.
Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
Observe flat drawing or diagrams and understand how they would look as a solid object.
Apply shop mathematics to solve problems.
Plan work and select proper tools.
Compare and see differences in size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.
May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
Works under immediate supervision.
Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment.
Standing 70%
Walking 30%
Lifting 50 lb.
Carrying 40 lb.
Pushing 40 ft-lb.
Pulling 70 ft-lb.
Climbing Frequently
Balancing Frequently
Reaching Constantly
Handling Constantly
Fingering Constantly

Nice To Haves

Crane Rigger
Hook Tender
Slinger
Yard Rigger

Responsibilities

Loads, transports, unloads and assists in selecting cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks and sheaves, according to weight and size of load to be moved.
Attaches pulley and blocks to fixed overhead structures, such as beams, ceilings and gin pole booms with bolts and clamps.
Attaches load with grappling devices such as loops, wires, ropes and chains to crane hook.
Gives direction to crane operator or hoisting engineer engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and material handled using hand signals, loudspeaker, two-way radio or telephone.
Sets up braces and rigs hoisting equipment using hand tools and power wrenches.
Has ability to tie various knots.
Assembles and disassembles cranes.
Splices rope and wire cables to make or repair slings or tackle.
May direct workers engaged in hoisting of machinery and equipment onto or off ships, railroad, cars or trucks.
Performs minor maintenance or cleaning activities of tools and equipment.
Responsible for observing all safety rules.
Performs other duties as required.