Rigger

Optimized Process Designs LLC

Baytown (TX)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

FSAs/Health Savings Accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation/time off

Educational assistance

Infertility assistance

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) seeks a Rigger for our Baytown, TX project site. The role involves lifting and moving heavy loads, assembling rigging components, and coordinating with the crane team to ensure safe lifting operations.

Ideal candidates have at least 1.5 years of rigger/ironworker experience, NCCER Rigger Level 1, and willingness to travel. The position requires shifts up to 12 hours and endurance for demanding outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

At least 1.5 years of experience as a rigger or ironworker.
NCCER Rigger Certification Level 1.
Travel is a must with extended periods away from home in remote areas.
Must be able to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 days per week when needed by project schedule.
Must be able to meet all physical demands of the job.

Responsibilities

Lifting and moving heavy equipment and materials using mechanical equipment.
Attaching loads using chains, slings, cables, hooks, and other related equipment.
Monitor and maintain all rigging equipment and ensure safe operation.
Communicate effectively with the rigging team and crane operator.
Must be familiar with standard crane hand signals.
Must be able to assess weights of loads and determine lifting requirements.

Skills

Crane hand signals

Rigging knowledge

Education

NCCER Rigger Certification Level 1

NCCER Rigger Certification Level 2+

Tools

Rigging equipment

Job description

Your Job

The jobsite in Baytown II , TX has an opening for a Rigger

Rigger

Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) is an engineering/construction company headquartered in Katy, TX with an expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. OPD is part of the larger Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries. Originally incorporated in 1980, OPD has developed a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and ability to successfully execute projects. OPD has a key advantage in being able to supply construction services as well as engineering/procurement. This enables clients to have a ''one stop shop'' for the overall project, providing increased efficiency and avoiding potential interface problems. OPD's industry experience, flexibility, and personal attention have made us a preferred partner to our customers and our tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere makes OPD a great place to work.

Our Team

What You Will Do

Some core responsibilities for a Rigger include:

Lifting and moving heavy equipment and materials using mechanical equipment
Attaching loads using chains, slings, cables, hooks, and other related equipment
Able to manually handle and securely apply rigging equipment
Attach and detach loads effectively
Monitor and maintain all rigging equipment
Able to effectively communicate with the rigging team (other riggers and crane operator)
Must be familiar with the standard crane hand signals
Must be able to assess weights of loads and equipment needed to lift safely

We Expect All Field Employees To

Actively participate in a strong safety culture
Recognize safety hazards and risks
Participate in onsite safety meetings
Follow OPD and client safety policies and procedures
Be aware of changing conditions on an active jobsite
Be on time to the jobsite each day ready for work
Display a positive attitude and be able to work in a team environment

Some Physical Demands Of Being a Rigger Include

Capable of working in outdoor weather and environmental conditions including extreme heat and humidity, extreme cold, and high elevations.
Lifting and carrying awkward objects up to 60 lbs
Standing for extended periods of time up to 11 hours per day. Breaks are given in 2.5 hour intervals
Moving the entire body. Considerable use of arms, legs, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, crawling, twisting, reaching, and bending on a regular basis.
Use hands to handle, control, and feel objects and/or tools.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

At least 1.5 years of experience as a rigger or ironworker
NCCER Rigger Certification Level 1
Must follow company safety procedures and industry known best work practices
Knowledgeable of crane signals (hand and verbal).
Travel is a must with extended periods away from home in remote areas at times.
Must be able to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 days per week when needed by project schedule demands
Must be able to meet all physical demands of the job

What Will Put You Ahead

Previous experience in a gas plant construction environment
3+ years previous experience as an ironworker or rigger
NCCER Rigger Certification Level 2+

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, Optimized Process Designs (OPD) provides clients with detailed engineering packages in all disciplines, single-point procurement for all equipment and materials, fabrication and direct-hired construction services throughout the United States. We leverage in-house capabilities and provide services with faster speed to market to help deliver increased cost savings while minimizing risk.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).

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