Rigger

Amentum•Mayport, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is seeking an experienced Rigger to support a government contract based in Jacksonville, Florida at Mayport. Performs duties described in the Service Contract Act Service Order Rigger. May perform duties of other classifications that have a pay rate equal to or lower than the employee’s current rate.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of five (5) years as Rigger
Familiarity with the applicable requirements of NAVFAC P-307
Rigger Certification
Class A Commercial Driver License
Forklift Operator Certification
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.

Responsibilities

Assembles rigging gear to lift and move equipment or material.
Selects 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, and ceilings with bolts and clamps.
Attaches load with grappling devices, such as loops, wires, slings, ropes and chains to crane hook.
Gives directions, using hand signals or radio communications, to the crane operator engaged in hoisting and moving loads in order to ensure the safety of workers and the material handled.
Sets up, braces, and rigs hoisting equipment using hand tools and power wrenches.
Directs workers engaged in hoisting machinery and equipment on board and into ships.
Uses hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving equipment and materials.
Attaches loads to rigging gear to provide support or prepare them for moving, using hand and power tools.
Controls movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces.
Dismantles and stores rigging equipment after use.
Signals or verbally directs crane operators engaged in hoisting and moving loads on order to ensure the safety of workers and equipment.
Cleans, inspects, and tests rigging gear to ensure safety and reliability in accordance with industry standards and the NAVFAC P-307, WEIGHT HANDLING PROGRAM MANAGEMENT manual.
Tilts, dips, and turns suspended loads to maneuver over, under, and / or around obstacles, using multi-point suspension techniques.
Operates a forklift.
Operates a heavy truck.
Performs other duties as requested.