Certified Rigger - Heavy Lifts & Rigging Expert

Zachry Group; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Group in Port Arthur, TX is hiring skilled riggers to lift and move heavy equipment. You will inspect rigging, plan lifts based on load weight and equipment capacity, and attach loads with slings, chains, cables, hooks and shackles while signaling the operator.

The role requires 4+ years as a Journeyman Rigger, NCCCO/NCCER certification, ability to work at heights over 300 ft, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Must have 4+ years’ experience as a Journeyman Rigger.
• Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions.
• Must have or be able to successfully complete the NCCO/NCCER Rigging assessment.
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must be able to work at heights in excess of 300 ft.
• Must have all required tools.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Act as safety observer on equipment lifts.
• Inspect all rigging equipment.
• Plan or assist in planning of lifts.
• Attach loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables, and other rigging equipment.
• Tie rope around load for use of guiding during lifting and positioning.
• Signal Equipment operator during lifts for directional or placement instructions.
• Guides load during lift and positioning.
• Climb structures to guide and position load.
• Assist in connecting or stabilizing of load prior to detaching load from equipment.
• Detach loads and remove rigging equipment.
• Place and remove outrigger pads from Cranes and other heavy equipment.

Education

NCCCO Rigger Level I

NCCCO Rigger Level II

NCCER Industrial Rigging

Tools

12” Adjustable Wrench

1 1/8” Spud Wrench

Torpedo Magnetic Level

Tool Belt

24” Hand Level

Tape Measure

Gloves

Job description

Zachry Group in Port Arthur, TX is hiring skilled riggers to lift and move heavy equipment. You will inspect rigging, plan lifts based on load weight and equipment capacity, and attach loads with slings, chains, cables, hooks and shackles while signaling the operator.

The role requires 4+ years as a Journeyman Rigger, NCCCO/NCCER certification, ability to work at heights over 300 ft, and reliable transportation.