Rigger

The Copper River Family of Companies; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical-Dental-Vision

401(k) plan

Leave & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Transportation allowance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Copper River Technologies in Newport, RI seeks an experienced Rigger to support complex rigging and weight-handling operations in industrial and maritime environments. The role plans, assembles, installs, and operates rigging systems to move heavy equipment through confined spaces.

Responsibilities include planning rigging, inspecting equipment, directing crane operators, and maintaining a safe work environment aboard ships, in hangars, piers, and facilities.

Qualifications

• Valid state driver's license.
• Experience with complex rigging and weight-handling operations.
• Experience with wire and fiber rope rigging, including cutting, splicing, assembly, repair, and installation.
• Experience operating forklifts, cranes, or other material-handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute complex rigging and weight-handling operations.
• Assemble, install, inspect, maintain, and repair rigging systems, including chain falls, tackle blocks, gin poles, beam clamps, pad eyes, and related equipment.
• Evaluate load size, weight, route, support structures, obstacles, and clearances to determine safe rigging methods.
• Use multi-point suspension techniques to maneuver loads over, under, and around obstacles.
• Direct crane and weight-handling equipment operators using standard signals.
• Inspect equipment and work areas for hazards and take corrective action to maintain safe operations.

Skills

Rigging operations experience

Confined spaces safety

Radio/signals communication

Safety practices

Physical endurance

Education

Driver's license

Tools

Chain falls

Tackle blocks

Gin poles

Beam clamps

Pad eyes

Forklifts

Cranes

Job description

Copper River Technologies is seeking an experienced Rigger to support complex rigging and weight-handling operations in industrial and maritime environments in Newport, RI.

The Rigger will safely plan, assemble, install, and operate rigging systems to move and position heavy or oversized equipment through confined or difficult-to-access areas.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Plan and execute complex rigging and weight-handling operations.
• Assemble, install, inspect, maintain, and repair rigging systems, including chain falls, tackle blocks, gin poles, beam clamps, pad eyes, and related equipment.
• Evaluate load size, weight, route, support structures, obstacles, and clearances to determine safe rigging methods.
• Use multi-point suspension techniques to maneuver loads over, under, and around obstacles.
• Direct crane and weight-handling equipment operators using standard signals.
• Operate forklifts, small craft, and other authorized material-handling equipment as required.
• Inspect equipment and work areas for hazards and take corrective action to maintain safe operations.
• Work in industrial facilities, shipyards, aboard vessels, hangars, piers, and other assigned locations.
• Provide guidance and training to other employees as needed.
• Follow all PPE, safety, housekeeping, and quality requirements.

Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements:

• Licensure:
  • Valid state driver's license
• Experience:
  • Experience performing complex rigging and weight-handling operations.
  • Experience with wire and fiber rope rigging, including cutting, splicing, assembly, repair, and installation
  • Experience operating or working with forklifts, cranes, or other material-handling equipment
• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Strong knowledge of rigging equipment, methods, and safety practices.
  • Ability to work safely in confined spaces, at heights, and around heavy or suspended loads
  • Ability to independently evaluate loads and select appropriate rigging methods
  • Hazardous material handling experience/knowledge required when applicable
  • Ability to communicate clearly by radio and/or standard crane signals
• Physical & Work Requirements
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.; assistance and mechanical lifting devices are available for heavier loads
  • Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, stop, push, and pull for extended periods
  • Ability to work in confined or awkward positions and at elevated heights
  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
  • Must wear required PPE and comply with all safety requirements
• Additional Requirements
  • Subject to pre-employment and annual physical examinations.
  • Subject to random drug testing
  • Must obtain and maintain required certifications, licenses, and security clearance, as applicable
  • May require overtime, emergency callback, weekend/holiday work, and approximately 1–2 days of travel per month

Position Pay Range

$35 - $37 USD

About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:

Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE’s ability to facilitate economic advancement.

The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.

The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
• Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
• Retirement 401(k) with employer match
• Open leave policy and paid holidays
• Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Note: Benefits are offered based on employment classification and applicable contract requirements. Eligibility may vary by position.

Disclaimer

The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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As set forth in The Copper River Family of Companies’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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