Rigger - Austin Industrial (Baytown, TX)

Austin External
Any Location, TX
Category Engineering
Job Description
Austin Industrial is seeking a Rigger to assemble rigging to lift and move various equipment and materials to and from industrial work areas. The Rigger will select cables, ropes, and other equipment to lift and move loads safely and efficiently. The position requires 4 years of Journeyman-level experience and certifications such as NCCCO Rigger 1 & 2 or Advanced Gold Card NCCER Certification.

Requirements

  • Selects cables, ropes, pullup, winches, blocks, and sheaves according to weight and size of load to be moved
  • Attach pullup and blocks to fixed overhead structures, such as beams, ceilings, and gin pole boom with bolts and clamps
  • Assembles and disassembles cranes
  • Splices rope and wire cables to make or repair slings or tackle
  • Attach load with grappling devices, such as loops, wire rope, and chains to crane hook
  • Gives direction to operator engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and material handled using hand signals and radios
  • Sets up, braces, and rigs hoisting equipment using hand tools and power wrenches
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