Rigging Technician

Morrow; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Morrow is seeking a field assignment support role in Houston to assist with crane erections, climbs, and dismantles, and to assist with crane and hoist maintenance as directed. The role involves rigging procedures, loading equipment for transport, and adherence to OSHA safety regulations.

Responsibilities include following company safety rules, working overtime as needed, and communicating professionally with coworkers and vendors.

Qualifications

• Operate all yard and shop equipment.
• Willingness to work in adverse weather.
• Maintain a valid State driver’s license.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Attend training courses and seminars as requested by the Company.

Responsibilities

• Assist with erection, climbs, and dismantles of cranes and personnel/material hoists as directed.
• Assist with crane and hoist maintenance when not on site.
• Help load equipment for transport and ensure safe operation of lifting gear.
• Follow all safety rules and PPE requirements in field and yard environments.
• Communicate professionally with coworkers, customers and vendors.

Skills

Equipment operation

Weather tolerance

Valid driver’s license

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Training attendance

Tools

Hammer

Torque wrench

Ohm meter

Harness and lanyard

Job description

Description

GENERAL JOB DUTIES:

Assist with rigging operations of crane erections, climbs and dismantles as directed by the Field E&D Superintendent and other work as may be assigned in the field or facility.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The fundamental duties of this job include each of the following:

• Assist with erection, climbs, and dismantles to cranes and personnel/material hoists. Assists Field E&D Superintendent and District Service Manager with maintenance of cranes and hoists when not assigned to a jobsite. Provide assistance with proper loading of equipment on trucks for transporting.
• Understand rigging procedures regarding slings, shackles, chokers etc.
• Applicable knowledge of OSHA safety regulations as they apply to crane and hoist erection, dismantle, climbing, and repair. Complies with Company and Regulatory safety requirements and specifications on jobsites, the district yard, and shop. Notifies Field E&D Superintendent of unsafe conditions or practices or the District Service Manager if Field E&D Superintendent is not available.
• Receive and inspect all incoming equipment for damage and/or missing components.
• Submission of required service reports, expense reports, time sheets and other documents required. All such documents must be processed and submitted within designated timeframes established by the Field E&D Superintendent and the Corporate office.
• Work overtime when required to accommodate the needs of the business.
• Effectively communicate with co-workers, customers and vendors in a professional business environment, demonstrating a commitment to providing outstanding customer service.
• Work in a collaborative manner with all personnel to ensure tasks are completed timely.
• Maintain confidential information in a professional and respectful manner.
• Demonstrates a “can-do” attitude by being self-driven, personable, and dependable.
• Respectful and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication style to express ideas, thoughts, and feelings to everyone while performing for/or representing the Company.
• Successful problem-solving skills, including the identification, resolution, prevention of problems, and being a good listener.
• Detail-oriented with an ability to plan and prioritize work activities with a focus on quality and timeliness.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment and is able to multi-task and deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Ensure lifting equipment is in safe operating condition prior to use.
• Follow all Company safety rules, policies, and procedures at all times, including proper usage of Company-supplied PPE as required, including hard hats, safety glasses, body harnesses, etc.
• Represent the Company in a professional manner, which includes wearing of Company supplied Morrow Branded shirts or uniforms, and proper maintenance of Company vehicles, tools, and equipment.

Requirements

TECHNICAL SKILLS/LICENSES REQUIRED:

The technical skills and licenses required in this position include the:

• Ability to operate all yard and shop equipment.
• Ability and willingness to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Requirement to attend training courses and seminars as requested by the Company.
• Requirement to maintain a valid State driver’s license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED:

Average hours per week: 40 (normal work schedule).

Shift: As Needed.

Tools or equipment used for this position and frequency of use:

Hammer, Screwdriver, torque wrench, harness and lanyard, fall protection equipment and Ohm Meter.

**All of these are required in various percentages that differ according to the assignment.

Weight required to be lifted each normal workday:

Not Required Occasional Frequently Continuously

0-10 lbs. X

10-20 lbs. X

20-35 lbs. X

35-50 lbs. X

50-75 lbs. X

75-100 lbs. X

Over 100 lbs. X

Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. E.g.: the distance material is carried, how high material is lifted, etc.

Lifting:

Carrying distance: Various requirements according to project.

Repetitive use of hands:

Weight Frequency

Simple Grasping Normal 0-15 lbs. Occasionally

Pushing/Pulling Normal 0-15 lbs. Occasionally

Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine controls:

N/A

Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, touch, hearing):

All are required.

Environmental factors of each normal workday:

• Time spent: Inside - 0 hours, Outside - 8 hours
• Temperature: Various – Ranges from Normal to High.
• Humidity: Various – Ranges from Normal to High
• Atmosphere: Fumes, Odors, Dust, Gas

Describe: Employee may be exposed to various environmental factors that will differ depending on the project assigned.

Special hazards:

Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Other - Heights .

Describe: Employee is required to climb tower crane to inspect and complete repair and maintenance work.

These examples are not meant to be all-inclusive and management reserves the right to modify tasks within this job description to meet the needs of the Company.

Employees are expected to maintain a clean, safe and orderly workspace, assist co-workers whenever possible and work overtime when necessary. All Morrow employees are required to constantly work in a safe manner and comply with all Morrow safety policies.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.