Riggers J1-J4

Location: Norfolk, VA
Employment Type: Contract
Posted 2 weeks ago

NSC Staffing is currently hiring a Riggers in Norfolk, Virginia. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of have 2-5 years of experience as a Rigger and possess Rigger 1 and Signalman Certification.

Essential Job Functions: 
• Assist with the erection of scaffolding or staging to efficiently complete assigned jobs  
• Assist with various aspects of weight testing within the safety guidelines 
• Fabricates installs, and repairs are rigging. Weight handling gear on ships attach plates and pulling gear to rigging to lift, move, and position machinery, equipment, structural parts, and other heavy loads aboard the ship. 
• Selects and attaches gear, braces, and cushions according to weight and distribution of load, availability of hoisting machinery, and presence of obstacles.  
• Controls movement of heavy objects/equipment through narrow openings and confined spaces, using jacks, pulley blocks, chain falls, and rollers 
• Rigs and hangs scaffolds and stages 
• Must walk gangway to board the ship  
• Must climb a vertical ladder to travel to the bottom of ship depending on the location of the job  
• Uses tools: wrench, knife, hammer to drive pins in staging. Form slings and towing bridals by looping and splicing cable or crimping metal rope to form nets, ladders, and other rigging. Installs hooks, swivels, and turnbuckles in rigging  
• Selects and attaches gear, braces, and cushions according to weight and distribution of load 
• Control cost in assigned area of responsibility  
• Be able to adapt to an environment with extreme temperature exposure 
• Signals workers operating cranes or other equipment to move a load 
• Forms slings and towing bridals by looping and splicing cable or by crimping metal rope to form nets, ladders, and other rigging 
• Other duties may be assigned as workload dictates 
• Understand and act upon simple instruction  
• Work independently to complete responsibilities  
• Must have regular, reliable attendance 
 
TOOL REQUIREMENTS: 
The following tools are expected to be part of the Rigger’s, the employee provided, and maintained toolbox:  
• 12” crescent wrench 
• Knife  
• Lineman’s pliers 
• Combination wrench set  
• Marlinspike 
• Channel lock’s 
• Tape measure 
• Hammer 

 

Company Overview: 

NSC is an innovative staffing firm specializing in placing qualified, skilled, technical, and professional talent in virtually any market. We are experts in creating custom staffing solutions that fit the needs of any size business. Our meticulous dedication to Quality and Safety is a testament to our success. 

 

NSC Technologies offers: 

• Competitive pay 

• Medical 

• Dental 

• Vision 

• 401(k) 

• Direct deposit or Global Cash Card 

• Long term job opportunities 

• Referral bonus if you qualify 

• OSHA Training 

 

NSC Technologies is dedicated to being the most trusted provider of innovative staffing solutions servicing the global Marine, Energy, Commercial and Industrial marketplace. We achieve long-term, meaningful relationships by exceeding customer expectations and enhancing the quality of life for our employees. NSC Technologies is committed to community service and stewardship of customer resources. 

  

NSC Technologies has opportunities throughout the United States. Please visit our jobs page at http://jobs.nsc-tech.com 

NSC Technologies is a drug-free company.  NSC is an EOE AA/M/F/V/D 

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