Senior Mechanical Rigger Technician

Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII; Goose Creek (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking a skilled rigger to move and lift extremely heavy objects using specialized equipment in challenging environments. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and precision, with on-the-job training provided due to the specialized nature of the work.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent with several years of related experience; an Apprentice or Associate degree in a relevant discipline and related experience may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 5 years of related experience or Apprentice graduate/Associate's with 3 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Riggers use specialized equipment to move and lift objects weighing hundreds of thousands of pounds in restricted spaces.
• Work as a cohesive team with trust due to the potentially dangerous nature of rigging.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent; 5 years related experience

Job description

Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking a skilled rigger to move and lift extremely heavy objects using specialized equipment in challenging environments. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and precision, with on-the-job training provided due to the specialized nature of the work.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent with several years of related experience; an Apprentice or Associate degree in a relevant discipline and related experience may be required.