Rigger jobs in Jacksonville, FL

Perform rigging operations working within repair teams, under the Supervision of a multi-disciplined Trade Supervisor. Involves heavy lifting, frequent stooping or bending and possible working assignments in overhead structures, confined spaces or beneath machinery. Strict adherence to safety, quality standards, good housekeeping habits, high level of critical thinking/reading comprehension, and frequent travel/overtime are required.

1. Plan, layout, assemble, repair and install complex weight handling gear and various standing and running rigging.
2. Inspect fabricate, replace and turn standing rigging such as slings, tackle and ladders using hand and power tools.
3. Have a thorough knowledge of rigging procedures and equipment
4. Select gear; cables, pulleys and winches according to the load weight, size and work schedule.
5. Align, level and anchor machinery.
6. Splice and tie ropes to form netting, ladders and other rigging.
7. Install hooks, swivels and turnbuckles in rigging, reeves lines through blocks.
8. Move ships engines, generators, turbines, pumps, boilers, structural shapes and plates, as well as ordnance equipment such as bombs, torpedoes, aluminum and electronic equipment such as sonar rear.
9. Install and inspect beam clamps, pad eyes, gallows frames and other supporting structures for rigging gear.
10. Test gears for strength and safety
11. Assist the drivers in the salvage work, move salvage equipment and raise objects to be salvaged
12. Inspect all areas of the job for hazards and unsafe conditions; coordinate with the fire watch supervisor and fire watches to ensure it is safe in the areas where hot work is to be performed.
13. Ensure that all safety rules are followed and all unsafe conditions are reported to the Safety Department.
14. Ensure work areas are secure upon completion of assigned shift.
15. Recognize and communicate any problems.
16. Communicate regularly about repair and maintenance needs on all major pieces of equipment on assigned jobs.
17. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Graduation from a standard apprenticeship/trade/vocational school.
2. High school diploma or GED required and 2 to 3 years of related experience or equivalent of training and experience.
3. Ability to gain access to military installations.
4. Eligibility to work in the US.
5. Must pass a drug test and background check.