Rigger - Baytown, TX

VetJobs; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization focused on supporting military-affiliated job seekers is looking for a Rigger in Baytown, TX. The role involves lifting and moving heavy equipment, ensuring safety, and effective communication with a team. Candidates should possess at least 1.5 years of relevant experience and hold an NCCER Rigger Certification, with physical demands requiring strength and endurance for daily tasks.

Qualifications

• At least 1.5 years of experience as a Rigger or Ironworker.
• NCCER Rigger Certification Level 1 required.
• Knowledgeable of crane signals.

Responsibilities

• Lifting and moving heavy equipment using mechanical equipment.
• Attaching loads with chains, slings, and cables.
• Monitoring and maintaining all rigging equipment.

Skills

Communication

Safety Awareness

Rigging Techniques

Education

High School/GED

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Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps.

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps.

Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Your Job

The jobsite in Mt. Belvieu, TX has an opening for a Rigger.

Our Team

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.

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.

Auto req ID

448252BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Job Category

Operations

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

At least 1.5 years of experience as a rigger or ironworker

Must be able to read, write & communicate in English

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+

City*

Baytown

State*

Texas

Job Code

Operations_ Specialist

Company

Koch Industries

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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