Job Description:Marine Rigger
Job Summary
As a Marine Rigger, you will be responsible for safety and efficiently rigging and lifting heavy loads, equipment, and materials on marine vessels. Your expertise in rigging techniques, equipment operation, and adherence to maritime regulations will contribute to the successful execution of rigging operations and the overall safety of our maritime operations.
Major Duties Responsibilities
- Rig and lift heavy loads, equipment, and materials using a variety of rigging techniques, including wire ropes, slings, and chains, while ensuring load stability and safety.
- Inspect rigging equipment and components for signs of wear, damage, or defects, and recommend replacements or repairs as necessary.
- Collaborate with crane operators, shipfitters, and other team members to coordinate and execute safe lifting operations.
- Read and interpret rigging plans, load charts, and engineering specifications to determine the appropriate rigging methods and equipment being used.
- Safely operate rigging equipment, including winches, hoists, and come along while following proper operating procedures.
Essential Skills Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent; Completion of a recognized rigging certification program is preferred.
- Proven experience as a Marine Rigger, with a strong record in rigging heavy loads on marine vessels.
- Expertise in various techniques, equipment, and materials used in the marine industry.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting rigging plans, load charts, and engineering specifications.
- Strong understanding of load dynamics, angles, and load distribution principles.
Pay $25-$40/hr depending on experience
Safety Environmental Factors:
All employees are expected to adhere to the companys safety policies to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. This role involves working under extreme hot or cold conditions and requires the physical ability to stand for the entire shift, use hands for various tasks, ascend stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear. Team members must occasionally lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required include close, distant, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
Ameri-Force Benefits
As part of the Ameri-Force team, a recognized ESOP company, you have a personal stake in the collective success of the organization, fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment. Our competitive benefits package includes:
- Industry Leading Pay
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Short-Term Disabilities Benefits
- Term Life Benefits
- Referral Bonuses
*Referral Bonuses are available for specific jobs only
About Ameri-Force
Since 1991, Ameri-Force has been a leader in skilled trades staffing, offering a people-focused approach that provides competitive advantages for our clients and rewarding career opportunities for our contract employees. Our expertisein maritime, manufacturing, industrial,ensures a seamless experience by handling federal and state taxes, unemployment, and workers compensation, along with offering comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance. Join Ameri-Force and be part of a company that values your success.
Learn more at ameriforce.com
*Note: The specific duties, skills and qualifications may vary depending on the companys requirements and the nature of the tasks performed at the site. Employees must be willing to make reasonable adjustments to their tasks depending on the requirements of the client. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.