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A rigger assembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material in manufacturing plant or shipyard, selects 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, ceiling, and gin  pole booms, with bolts and clamps, attaches load with grappling devices, such as loops, wires, ropes and chains, to crane hook, gives directions to crane operator or  hoisting engineer engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and material handled, using hand signals, loudspeaker, telephone, or radio.  The rigger also sets up, braces, and rigs hoisting equipment using hand tools and power winches, splices rope and wire cables to make or repair slings and tackle; and may direct workers engaged in hoisting machinery and equipment into ships.  Performs other duties as assigned.

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A rigger assembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material in manufacturing plant or shipyard, selects 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, ceiling, and gin  pole booms, with bolts and clamps, attaches load with grappling devices, such as loops, wires, ropes and chains, to crane hook, gives directions to crane operator or  hoisting engineer engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and material handled, using hand signals, loudspeaker, telephone, or radio.  The rigger also sets up, braces, and rigs hoisting equipment using hand tools and power winches, splices rope and wire cables to make or repair slings and tackle; and may direct workers engaged in hoisting machinery and equipment into ships.  Performs other duties as assigned.

* High school education or equivalent. Two years of rigging experience in support of both mobile and fixed cranes Must demonstrate the ability to calculate weights of loads using the riggers handbook. Must be able to work at heights exceeding 100 feet on cranes, platforms, rails, or lifts. Must possess a valid Class A commercial driver's license. Must possess a valid state driver's license. Must have and wear hard-toed safety shoes which meets ASTM F2413-05 standards when entering industrial areas. Successful candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must continually meet eligibility requirements for access to all areas of Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay.

Physical Requirements

Walking - Frequent Standing - Frequent Climbing - Up to 150 feet Stooping/Bending - Moderate Crawling - Occasional Lifting - Up to 50 lbs Personal Protective Equipment will be required. * High school education or equivalent. Two years of rigging experience in support of both mobile and fixed cranes Must demonstrate the ability to calculate weights of loads using the riggers handbook. Must be able to work at heights exceeding 100 feet on cranes, platforms, rails, or lifts. Must possess a valid Class A commercial driver's license. Must possess a valid state driver's license. Must have and wear hard-toed safety shoes which meets ASTM F2413-05 standards when entering industrial areas. Successful candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must continually meet eligibility requirements for access to all areas of Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay.

Physical Requirements

Walking - Frequent Standing - Frequent Climbing - Up to 150 feet Stooping/Bending - Moderate Crawling - Occasional Lifting - Up to 50 lbs Personal Protective Equipment will be required. *Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans  and Labor Laws Posters.