Rigger – Entry Level and Semi-Skilled

Overview

Candidates for Rigger will be trained in the following requirements:

• Selection and use of wire rope, chain and synthetic web slings, rigging hardware, and lifting devices
• Interpretation of rated  charts for rigging gear
• Safe rigging practices and procedures
• Hand and radio communications and the responsibilities of the Rigger in Charge
• Determination of weight and center of gravity of loads
• Selection and use of hoists, chain falls and come-alongs
• Lifting and Handling gear inspection

Using the above acquired skills the rigger will be expected to support the following shipbuilding processes:

• Support the assembly and disassembly of machinery and equipment on and off the ships
• Responsible for lifting, moving and positioning ships and shipyard machinery, equipment, structural parts and other heavy loads
• Rig nuclear components
• Working under radiological controls (obtain and work with a TLD). Provide emergency response to fires and accidents

**Candidates should be prepared to be assigned to any of the three shifts.**

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K Plan
• Paid Vacation and holidays
• Shift Premium
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Commuter/Rideshare Van Services
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
• Hourly Rates from $24.28 - $30.13

Qualifications

Required: 

• High School Diploma or Equivalent or 2+ years relevant technical experience
• 0-5 years of relevant experience
• Must be able to work all shifts

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Previous rigging experience 
• Successful completion of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative Training Program

Skills

• Candidates must be able to read and understand shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, etc.
• Candidates must be able to work all shifts, perform work from heights.
• Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet