Rigger - Shipyard Heavy Lifting & Rigging

Nassco; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com in Norfolk, VA is seeking 10 riggers to fabricate, install and repair rigging and weight handling gear on ships. The role requires moving heavy loads aboard ships, attaching hoists and signaling cranes, and operating in engine rooms and confined spaces.

The position offers day and evening shifts, a dynamic team environment, and the opportunity to contribute to dock operations while adhering to OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Experience with rigging and weight handling gear on ships.
• Ability to attach hoists and lifting gear for heavy loads aboard ships.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards.
• Experience in confined spaces, shipboard operations.

Responsibilities

• Fabricates, installs and repairs rigging and weight handling gear on ships.
• Attaches hoists and pulling gear to lift, move, remove, install or position machinery, equipment, structural parts and other heavy loads aboard ships.
• Signals cranes or other equipment to move loads.
• Moves barges and derricks with tug boats and yard boats.
• Works in engine rooms, boiler rooms, aloft or in confined spaces as required.

Skills

Rigging

Chainfalls

Crane signaling

Heavy load handling

OSHA standards

Forklifts

Aerial lifts

Tools

Forklifts

Aerial lifts

Winches

Job description

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com in Norfolk, VA is seeking 10 riggers to fabricate, install and repair rigging and weight handling gear on ships. The role requires moving heavy loads aboard ships, attaching hoists and signaling cranes, and operating in engine rooms and confined spaces.

The position offers day and evening shifts, a dynamic team environment, and the opportunity to contribute to dock operations while adhering to OSHA standards.