Transportation Rigger

Amentum; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum seeks a Transportation Rigger to support a government contract based in Jacksonville, Florida at Mayport. The role involves assembling rigging gear, guiding crane operations, and ensuring safe hoisting of equipment and materials on ships and docks.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, at least five years as a rigger, and hold a rigger certification, Class A CDL, and forklift operator certification; US citizenship may be required for credentials.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years as Rigger.
• Familiarity with NAVFAC P-307 requirements.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials; US Citizenship may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble rigging gear to lift and move equipment or material safely.
• Direct crane operators via hand signals or radio to hoist loads.
• Set up and rig hoisting equipment and assist in moving loads on ships or docks.
• Inspect rigging gear and ensure compliance with NAVFAC P-307 standards.
• Dismantle and store rigging equipment after use.
• Maintain safety and quality responsibilities per company policy.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Rigger Certification

Class A Commercial Driver License

Forklift Operator Certification

Job description

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.

Amentum is currently seeking for a Transportation Rigger to support a government contract based in Jacksonville, Florida at Mayport.

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs duties described in the Service Contract Act Service Order Transportation Rigger. May perform duties of other classifications that have a pay rate equal to or lower than the employee’s current rate. Work will be performed at MCSF Blount Island.

DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under general supervision, the rigger assembles rigging gear to lift and move equipment or material; selects cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks, and sheaves, according to weight and size of load to be moved; attaches pulley and blocks to fixed overhead structures, such as beams, and ceilings with bolts and clamps; attaches load with grappling devices, such as loops, wires, slings, ropes and chains to crane hook; gives directions, using hand signals or radio communications, to the crane operator engaged in hoisting and moving loads in order to ensure the safety of workers and the material handled. The rigger also sets up, braces, and rigs hoisting equipment using hand tools and power wrenches. Directs workers engaged in hoisting machinery and equipment on board and into ships.

Essential Functions:

• Uses hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving equipment and materials.
• Attaches loads to rigging gear to provide support or prepare them for moving, using hand and power tools.
• Controls movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces.
• Dismantle and store rigging equipment after use.
• Signal or verbally direct crane operators engaged in hoisting and moving loads on order to ensure the safety of workers and equipment.
• Cleans, inspects, and tests rigging gear to ensure safety and reliability in accordance with industry standards and the NAVFAC P-307, WEIGHT HANDLING PROGRAM MANAGEMENT manual.
• Tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver over, under, and / or around obstacles, using multi-point suspension techniques.

Marginal Functions:

• Forklift Operator
• Heavy Truck Driver
• Performs other duties as requested

QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years as Rigger
• Familiarity with the applicable requirements of NAVFAC P-307
• Certificate/License/Registration:
  • Rigger Certification
  • Class A Commercial Driver License
  • Forklift Operator Certification
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting: Up to 50 lbs, 25%
• Climbing: 25%
• Crawling: 5%
• Special clothing/equipment (wearing): Slip resistant hardened toe shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection in designated areas, 100%
• Unusual physical requirements: Sitting (75%), Standing (50%}, Bending (25%), stooping (25%)
• High noise level: Exposure to high noise areas possible, 25%
• Other: NA
• Personal Protective Equipment will be required.

OTHER RESPONSIBILTIES

• Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
• Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
• Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.

Compensation Details:

35.20

Original Posting:

09/14/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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