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RIGGER
AI Summary
The Rigger aids employees and clients in loading, moving and supporting material and equipment safely. The role attaches loads, operates rigging lines and hoists, signals lifts, and tests rigging equipment across onshore, offshore and international work.
About this role
POSITION TITLE: Rigger
JOB CODE: RGGR
DIVISION: Onshore/Offshore/International
REPORTS TO: Foreman/Supervisor/Superintendent
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
UPDATED DATE: June 23, 2022
DEPARTMENT: Onshore/Offshore/International
POSITION SUMMARY
The Rigger is responsible for aiding employees or clients in loading material, equipment and supplies in a safe manner.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(This is a representative list of the duties the position may be asked to perform and is not intended to be all-inclusive.)
- Attach loads to rigging to provide support or prepare them for moving using hand and power tools
- Attach pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures using appropriate bolts and clamps
- Control the movement of heavy equipment or material through narrow openings or confined spaces
- Manipulate rigging lines, hoists and pulling gear to move or support equipment or materials
- Signal or verbally direct individuals engaged in hoisting and moving loads
- Test rigging equipment routinely
- Assist welders or fitters in grinding, leveling and preparing materials to be installed
- Perform fire watch when required
- Maintain clean working areas and practice good housekeeping
- Dismantle, clean and return tools and equipment to proper place after use
- Obey and follow all safety rules and policies
- Wear all appropriate safety equipment (PPE)
- Perform all other duties as assigned by manager and/or supervisor
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
- High School diploma or equivalent education
- 1+ year rigging experience preferred
- Basic level written and communication skills
- Ability to preform basic level mathematical skills
- Experience operating equipment used in rigging procedures
- Must be reliable and have good time management skills
- For new hires, must meet all Performance Energy Services employment qualifications in force at time of hiring, including successful completion of a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen
- For new hires, must successfully complete all required training by Performance Energy Services
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Stand – Frequently
- Sit – Occasionally
- Use Hands – Frequently
- Climb – Occasionally
- Kneel – Occasionally
- Lift/Carry over – Frequently (up to 50 lbs.)
- Vision – Required (Must be able to pass vision exam per appropriate medical requirements)
- Hearing – Required (Must be able to pass an audio test per OSHA standards)
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Wet or Humid (non-weather) – Occasionally
- Working near moving mechanical parts – Frequently
- Working in high places – Occasionally
- Exposed to fumes or airborne particles – Frequently
- Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals – None
- Outdoor weather conditions – Frequently
- Risk of electric shock – Occasionally
- Work with explosives – None
- Risk of radiation – Occasionally
- Noise Level – Very Loud
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