Qualification Highlights
Must have 4+ years’ experience as a Journeyman Rigger/ Crane Operator. 2+ years in supervision positions.
Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions (see below).
Must be able to pass successfully Zachry Motor vehicles authorization.
Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
Must be able to work at heights more than 300 ft.
Must have all required tools.
Must have reliable transportation.
Position Responsibilities
Act as safety observer on equipment lifts.
Inspect all rigging equipment.
Plan or assist in the planning of lifts.
Attach loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables, and other rigging equipment.
Tie rope around load for use of guiding during lifting and positioning.
Signal Equipment Operator during lifts for directional or placement instructions.
Guides load during lift and positioning.
Climb structures to guide and position load.
Assist in connecting or stabilizing of load prior to detaching load from equipment.
Detach loads and remove rigging equipment.
Place and remove outrigger pads from Cranes and other heavy equipment.
Required Qualifications
Must have specific knowledge of rigging equipment and their capacities.
Must have knowledge of required tools and their proper use.
Must be a team player and have effective communication skills in dealing with co-workers and any other work-related contacts.
Must have basic knowledge of the construction processes involved in heavy industrial construction.
Must be able to use problem-solving skills and critical thinking to resolve and identify issues, including safety risks.
Must know proper hand signals to communicate with equipment operator.
Must have knowledge regarding lift planning including but not limited to the equipment to use, load capacities of equipment and lifting equipment.
Must hold an NCCER or NCCCO certification for Rigging or be able to obtain one within 30 days of hire date.
Must have basic transportation knowledge regarding moving equipment and loads from one location to another.
Knowledge of arithmetic required planning for a lift.
Must be willing to follow all company directives and safety procedures.
Must be able to work at heights.
Must have reliable transportation.
Preferred Additional Qualifications
Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee.
Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
Experience working as an Industrial Ironworker.
NCCCO Rigger Certification
Physical Requirements
Employees will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting.
Will talk and hear to communicate.
Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls and tools.
May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE.
Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/spoggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots.
Reporting to:
This position will be responsible for multiple crews that will be led by foreman supervisors in their daily work. May manage 4+ crews each having up to 5-15 workers. Foreman of the crews will answer directly to this position.
ZACHRY provides a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
