Rigger

Nutrien•Aurora, CO

About The Position

The Rigger supports safe crane, hoisting, and lifting operations at Nutrien. The role includes planning and preparing lifts, configuring cranes to match capacity requirements, inspecting and maintaining rigging and crane equipment, and assisting maintenance teams with component installations. The Rigger also verifies contracted lift plans and equipment certifications and may assist with spill containment and contaminated-soil removal.

Requirements

The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) test is required for all hourly applicants. Applicants must achieve at least 4 in Graphic Literacy, 5 in Applied Mathematics, and 5 in Workplace Documents to be eligible.
Upload the NCRC with the resume as part of the application to be considered eligible.
Applicants must meet minimum age requirements as permitted by law.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred.
Basic Rigging Certification is an asset.
At least 2 years of industry experience.
NCCCO Certification (National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators) is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Follow safety procedures in elevated areas, including draglines, chemical plants, and pipe racks, using proper fall-protection techniques.
Complete Critical Lift and lift-plan checklists by calculating material and component weights, charting the crane according to factory specifications, and forwarding forms to a supervisor for filing.
Set up and chart cranes and configure their Load Movement Indicators according to crane capacity and the requirements of each lift.
Prepare crane setup areas by coordinating with heavy equipment and removing obstructions such as stairwells, cross beams, and stationary equipment.
Assist maintenance teams in installing new and rebuilt components by rigging, lifting, and pinning components into place.
Inspect rigging equipment before each use, identify and note concerns, and complete annual forms for major components.
Clean and maintain cranes and hoisting mechanisms by greasing, oiling, and adjusting components.
Conduct Critical Lift Audits by completing audit forms and verifying that required items are completed.
Set up braces and rigging hoisting equipment using hand tools and power wrenches to secure equipment before and after installations.
Coordinate pre-lift job plans using a range finder, physical measurements, and load charts to determine required crane capacity.
Review and approve contracted lift plans by inspecting equipment and verifying certifications for cranes, rigging, and operators before work begins.
Assist with spill containment using a vacuum truck, front-end loader, and dump trucks to remove contaminated soil and relocate it to containment areas.