Rigger Journeyman

Kiewit•Vicksburg, MS

51d•Onsite

About The Position

Plan, lay out, and install rigging components needed to lift and install equipment, machinery, pipe, steel, and other items in accordance with plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. Set up and rig large-scale heavy equipment, position and align machinery and structures, and prepare items for crane hoisting. Work in a construction or industrial setting, following applicable safety and project rules.

Requirements

May require a high school diploma or equivalent, with previous experience in the field or a related area.
Strong working knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
Ability to understand, follow, and communicate written and oral instructions effectively with management and supervision.
Proficiency in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand, power, layout, and measurement tools.
A U.S. driver's license may be required.
Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing, fit-for-duty testing, and a background check.
Must have all required tools.
Ability to perform the physical activities and work in the environments described under Work Setting & Job Requirements.

Responsibilities

Set up and rig large-scale heavy equipment.
Position, align, or level machines, equipment, and structures.
Arrange items to be installed in an erectable sequence and rig them for crane hoisting, using crane signals.
Guide rigged items into position using a tag line.
Estimate sizes, distances, quantities, time, costs, resources, or materials needed for work activities.
Inspect subordinate work for compliance with contract plans and specifications; identify deficiencies and explain or take corrective action.
Select rigging components and develop basic rigging procedures for general load-handling activities.
Identify suitable rigging points and select rated rigging based on anticipated tension.
Maintain a working understanding of LHE dynamics and associated hazards.
Observe and comply with safety and project rules, and perform other duties as required.