Rigger - SDCA

Austal USA•San Diego, CA

3d•$35•Onsite

About The Position

The Rigger is responsible for technical proficiency in tasks, work processes, and the safe use of rigging equipment. This role involves accountability for the completion of daily work assignments, including necessary documentation. The Rigger will maintain cleanliness and organization on assigned job sites and is responsible for the selection and utilization of proper lifting gear. They will also set up crane hoisting equipment and may be expected to work any assigned shift, potentially performing tasks outside normal craft assignments. A key aspect of the role is monitoring the job site for compliance with quality, safety, and environmental and health regulations. The Rigger must demonstrate the ability to apply practices that satisfy regulatory requirements and industry-wide guidelines, and be able to identify and resolve minor problems that arise during daily tasks.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED, or 5 years Maritime experience
One year minimum work experience as a rigger in a shipyard environment or similar industry
Must be willing to participate in continuous improvement by way of on-the-job training for less experienced co-workers
Must have a thorough knowledge of equipment used in rigging operations, including but not limited to lifting and moving equipment
Must have knowledge of shipyard terminology such as general ship structure and vessel layout
Must have a thorough knowledge of USA Standard hand signals
Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, divide and measure using the metric system
Must demonstrate acceptable proficiency by participating in and successfully completing the Austal USA Overhead Crane/Rigging training course which will include both written and functional examinations
Must demonstrate the ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence and memos, write simple correspondence, and effectively present information in one-on-one or small group situations
18 years of age or older at time of application
Able to provide proof of US Person Status
No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date
Willing to submit to a drug screen
Willing to submit to a background check

Responsibilities

Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment
Will be held accountable for completion of daily work assignments including the completion and signatures for work completion and quality
Will maintain cleanliness and organization on assigned job sites
Be responsible for selection and utilization of proper lifting gear
Set up crane hoisting equipment
Will be expected to work any assigned shift
May be assigned tasks that are outside the normal craft assignments
Monitor the job site for compliance with quality, safety, and environmental and health regulations
Will be expected to demonstrate the ability to apply practices which satisfy regulatory requirements and industry wide established guidelines to carry out instructions or directions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Will be expected to be able to identify and then resolve small problems which arise while carrying out day-to-day tasks