Rigger Helper

U.S. Department of the Navy; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A public notice from a federal agency seeking interested applicants for anticipated vacancies in a developmental role with duties involving rigging and handling materials. Candidates must fulfill federal employment requirements, including citizenship and passing necessary pre-employment tests. This role is physically demanding, requiring successful completion of a physical examination and the ability to work at heights.

Benefits

Potential for federal employment benefits

Training opportunities onboard USS Constitution

Qualifications

• Experience and training demonstrating necessary skills for the position.
• Willingness to learn and follow close supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist journey-level riggers with traditional and modern rigging techniques.
• Manufacture wire rope and fiber rope products.
• Serve as a member of a rigging team and follow instructions.

Job description

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies through Modified Direct Hire Authority. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Duties

1. Perform WG-05 developmental duties, as assigned, including:
2. Assist journey-level riggers using traditional and modern rigging techniques to lift, move, and position equipment and materials.
3. Assist higher-level riggers in safely handling, installing, and removing materials and components requiring weight handling equipment.
4. Assist in manufacturing wire rope and fiber rope products such as nets, ladders, pendants, falls, slings, hammocks, and sword matting.
5. Assist in the manufacture of leather and canvas covers.
6. Assist in the prefabrication and fabrication of leather and canvas artifacts from the 18th and 19th centuries.
7. Serve as a member of a rigging or lifting team.
8. Follow written and/or oral instructions to determine work sequences.
9. Assist other trades as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be suitable for federal employment.
• Participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees must pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Visit e-verify.gov for more information.
• Retired military members within 180 days of retirement are subject to 5 U.S. Code 3326 provisions.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must register for Selective Service.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test is required. Failure to report or pass the test will rescind the offer. Random testing applies.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Must successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
• Wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators, and safety shoes during work shifts.
• Lift heavy weights.
• Participate in training including sailing/underway operations onboard USS Constitution.
• Maintain dress and grooming standards.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work at heights up to 150 feet.
• Work in confined spaces.
• Obtain and maintain a valid US driver’s license.

Qualifications

Experience and training must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary for the position. Qualification emphasis is on quality, not duration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies in the job elements listed below. The screen-out element is the likelihood of success in simple work requiring interest, motivation, and readiness, including manual labor and following directions under close supervision, with skill development through training.

Applicants must meet the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook requirements for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional details are available at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements