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Cajun Industries, LLC

Rigger

Cajun Industries, LLC, La Porte, Texas, us, 77572

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Overview The Rigger must have knowledge of complex rigging, heavy rigging, change crane boom and cable, electrical safety, ladder and scaffold safety, introduction to lifting machinery, wire rope basics, basic rigging, fire prevention, sizing of chokers, load charts, cutting torches, and basic knowledge of blueprint reading. It is highly recommended that all riggers obtain a certification from a nationally recognized organization such as, but not limited to NCCER. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

Load, transport, unload, and assist in selecting cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks and sheaves, according to weight and size of load to be moved.

Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads, in order to ensure safety of workers and materials.

Perform minor maintenance or cleaning activities of tools and equipment.

Assist other craft workers as needed.

Qualifications Physical

Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.

Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs.

Hand/eye coordination.

Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work.

Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work.

May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types.

Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.

Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.

Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting.

Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.

May be required to work in confined spaces.

Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.).

Mental

Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision.

Reading and writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy.

Ability to use math/complete calculations.

Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions.

Decision making skills necessary.

Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Management and Manufacturing

Industries Construction

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