RIGGER 1/CLASS (1)

Shift                            ALL

 Security Clearance   No Clearance

1. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PURPOSE (Job Description)

        The Rigger 1 is responsible for accomplishing work in accordance with work specifications    

        safely, with the highest quality, in a professional manner.  Assist other trades in removing

        equipment and /or structural components by the use of lifting equipment such as chain falls,

        cranes, shackles and slings.  NASSCO Riggers must be able to meet the

        requirements of an Outside Machinist.  Regular, reliable attendance on-site is an essential function of

        the job.

2. POSITION DEMANDS (Education/Training/Experience)

1. 1. Have the advanced knowledge of crane signals and terminologies
   2. Ability to communicate with crane operators via hand signals or voice radios
   3. Ability to carry and use chain falls
   4. Have the advanced knowledge in proper inspect , use and store wire rope pennants and slings
   5. Have the ability to determine the load weight and center gravity when rigging equipment
   6. Ability determining the correct rigging equipment for the current task
   7. Possess the knowledge of using complex multipoint suspension techniques to maneuver loads and move objects from heights of 50ft to 70ft
   8. Possess the knowledge of knot tying with the capabilities of tying knots and knowing their uses and functionalities such as bowlines, square knots and hitches, etc.
   9. Ability to estimate the weight needed to accomplish weight test for different types of ships equipment
   10. Be able to carry a full tool bag and assist outside machinist in removing, dissembling, repairing, reassembling and reinstalling ships equipment.
   11. Minimum or 8-12 years shipyard rigging experience
   12. Must be able to work at heights of 20 ft. or higher
   13. Must be able to stand, sit , walk , kneel and crawl for long periods of time
   14. Must be able to adhere and understand the companies safety policies as well as industrial safety requirements
   15. Have a minimum of basic tools sizes ranging from 1/4” to 1 ¼”
   16. Must be a qualified rigger level one and qualified signal person – OSHA 1926 Subpart CC Certified.  Must be able to show proof.

3. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

                                       WORK ENVIRONMENT:

          Vision Requirements: The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as:

          operating machines where the seeing job is at or within arm’s reach or performing mechanical or

          skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as ones by electricians, technicians, service

          people, painters, mechanics, etc.

4. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

This position reports to shop supervisor.  This position develops and maintains a positive working relationship with other Welders and supports a team approach in the pursuit of common company goals.

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                       PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Attaches hoists and pulling gear to lift, move, remove, install or position machinery, equipment, structural parts and other heavy loads aboard ship
2. Selects and attaches chainfalls, jacks, rollers, lever and/or pulleys according to types of loads being moved
3. Signals cranes or other equipment to move loads, controls movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or in confined spaces
4. Handles lines on cleats or bollards when assisting the dock master in ship dry docking operations
5. Use of electric pneumatic and hand tools
6. Operate forklifts and aerial lifts
7. Splicing natural ropes and tying knots

5. ACCOUNTABILITY

        Responsible for effective, efficient and safe accomplishment of all assigned tasks.

6. STANDARD EQUIPMENT ISSUE

                None.

7. UNIQUE/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

•                     Evening and weekend hours
•                     Approx.  70% of a mechanics time is devoted to actual production

                        May require travel up to 30% to include international.

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