NCCER Rigger (Advanced)

Davita Inc.; Emporia (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the maintenance industry seeks an Advanced Rigger responsible for the preparation and operation of rigging gear. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of relevant experience and an NCCER Advance Rigger Certification. This role involves ensuring safety standards while performing physical lifting and installation tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of mechanical, industrial, or refinery maintenance experience.
• Ability to read and interpret lifting criteria for equipment.
• Knowledge of crane hand signals.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for installation and operation of rigging gear and equipment.
• Inspects work site and plans sequence of installation.
• Identifies and mitigates safety hazards.

Skills

Communication

Safety Monitoring

Mechanical Skills

Interpretation of Load Capacity Charts

Education

NCCER Advance Rigger Certification

Job description

Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Advanced Rigger is responsible for preparation, installation and operation of rigging gear and equipment such as slings, chokers chains, hoists and come alongs; prepares components for lifting by cranes, forklift or similar operated lifting equipment. This position requires travel.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receives and understands instructions and prints regarding work assignment.


• Inspects work site to determine presence of obstructions with respect to proper installation and operation of rigging gear and equipment including ground conditions, load attachment points, overhead and perimeter clearances and "line of fire" clearances and plans sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other construction workers.


• Inspects rigging gear and equipment for suitability for use prior to performing any lifting, lowering or pulling operations.


• Interprets lift plans and prepares components for lift including installation and inspection of lifting devices and rigging gear.


• Identifies safety hazards and takes all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize.

• Regular and reliable attendance is required in performance of job.


• Employee may be required to perform additional duties as assigned.


• This position requires travel.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of one (3) year of mechanical, industrial or refinery maintenance experience. Must have an NCCER Advance Rigger Cert. Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate effectively. Understands load capacity charts and specifications and can interpret lifting criteria for lifting and hoisting equipment. Ability to determine lift weights from drawings and specifications and perform calculations to determine lift weights and center of gravity on simple components Knowledge of crane hand signals and ability to communicate same. Ability to measure and assess plumbness, levelness, alignment prior to performing lifting, hoisting or pulling operations. Knowledge of safety monitoring equipment and its use; successful completion of Company's Safety training and Client / Site specific training. Obtain and maintain active status in DISA drug testing program. Must Pass a Background

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Strength


• Standing 70%


• Walking 30%


• Sitting 0%


• Lifting 50 lb.


• Carrying 40 lb.


• Pushing 40 ft-lb.


• Pulling 70 ft-lb.


• Climbing


• Balancing


• Stooping


• Kneeling


• Crouching


• Crawling


• Reaching


• Handling


• Fingering

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets/Affirmative Action Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

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