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RiggerThe Rigger position completes a variety of rigging, secure loads, operates forklifts and other equipment. Supports operations by moving objects, installing, and dismantling equipment, and obtains the necessary skills of the position. This is a safety sensitive position.Essential duties and responsibilities include:Aligns levels and anchors machinery.Attaches loads to rigging to provide support or prepare them for moving by using hand and power tools.Obtains necessary training and safety certifications to complete tasks.Attends rigging class as requiredWorks closely with the Foreman and crews to learn the process of moving machinery and items of size and weight.Attach pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures such as beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms, using bolts and clamps.Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces, using chain falls, gin poles, gallows frames, and other equipment.Manipulates rigging lines, hoists and pulling gear to move or support materials such as heavy equipment.Obtains knowledge of equipment uses and follows procedures (IE procedure for equipment placement on trailers for loading and off-loading; equipment tie down procedures)Learns and understand tools required for the job and the purpose of the tools.Dismantle and store rigging equipment after use.Uses job appropriate PPE.Signals or verbally directs workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads, to ensure safety.Works onsite at customer locations, as neededJob requirements include:High school diploma or equivalentUnderstanding of Rigging practicesAn interest in transportation and machinery moving.Ability to apply concepts of weights, balances and measurements.Benefits include:Health insurance401(k) matchingVision insuranceDental insuranceLife insuranceDisability insurancePaid holidaysPTO/Vacation/Sick

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