Ironworker Rigger-Jrn

WA River Protection Solutions; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

WA River Protection Solutions seeks a fully qualified Ironworker/Rigger to perform complex rigging and ironwork, including lofting, splicing wire rope, erection and dismantling of scaffolding, and inspection of rigging gear.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 5 years journeyman experience, knowledge of mobile cranes, and compliance with radiological safety standards including respirators and Hazardous Worker training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED plus 5 years qualifying journeyman experience as an Ironworker/Rigger.
• Knowledge and experience in setup of mobile cranes and load charts.
• Must meet criteria for work in radiological areas, including respirators, Asbestos Awareness, Radiation II, and Hazardous Worker training.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex rigging and ironwork, including lofting, splicing wire rope, and erection/dismantling of scaffolding.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair rigging equipment and wire rope.
• Fabricate, erect, install, dismantle and inspect steel structures, ladders, platforms, and catwalks.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Rigging equipment

Mobile cranes

Job description

Job Duties/Scope Of Work

Fully qualified Ironworker/Rigger. Perform all types of complex rigging and ironwork. Rigging involves loft and field jobs, such as splicing wire rope, building wire slings, erection, dismantling and inspecting of metal scaffolding and staging. Structures built of scaffolding and all difficult load slinging. Inspect, maintain, and repair complex rigging equipment. Inspection and change out wire rope. Ironwork involves the fabrication, erection, and dismantling of steel structures, placing and setting reinforcing, etc. Ironwork includes fabrication, erecting/installing, dismantling and inspecting of fixed ladders, platforms and catwalks.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, plus 5 years qualifying experience as a journeyman level Ironworker/Rigger.
• Have knowledge and experience in setup of mobile cranes and load charts.
• Candidates must be able to meet all criteria for work in radiological areas to include wearing of respirators, Asbestos Awareness, Radiation II, and Hazardous Worker, 24 or 40 hour.
• Must meet Beryllium-worker requirements (medically cleared and qualified).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential badge.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in radiological and hazardous material work including respiratory protection, Asbestos Worker, Radiation Worker II and 24 or 40 hour Hazardous Waste Worker training.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $53.849

HMIS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visit our benefits website: https://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/employeebenefits

In accordance with the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the pay rate listed represents the starting hourly rate.

In compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Hanford Field Office (HFO) direction, employees issued initial badges on or after September 1st, 2025, are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation. This investigation encompasses multiple areas of eligibility and includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

Equal Opportunity Clause

This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

HMIS is a veteran-friendly, VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Relocation Funding Provided No

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification HAMTC

Shift Work Required No