Advanced Rigger

SUMMARY Assembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material to construction project.

RESPONSIBILITIES • Loads • Transports • Unloads • Assists in selecting 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, ceilings, and gin pole booms with bolts and clamps.

• Attaches load with grappling devices such as loops, wires, ropes, and chains to crane hook.

• Gives direction to crane operator or hoisting engineer engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and material handled using hand signals, loudspeaker, two-way radio, or telephone.

• Sets up braces and rigs hoisting equipment using hand tools and power wrenches.

• Has ability to tie various knots.

• Assembles and disassembles cranes.

• Splices rope and wire cables to make or repair slings or tackle.

• May direct workers engaged in hoisting of machinery and equipment onto or off ships, railroad cars, or trucks.

• Performs minor maintenance or cleaning activities of tools and equipment.

• Responsible for observing all safety rules.

Performing other duties as required.