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Gulf Island

Offshore Rigger

Gulf Island, Broussard, Louisiana, United States, 70518

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Description

Main Purpose The main purpose of the Offshore Rigger is to perform all job duties involved in rigging-up slings, shackles, etc. used to lift/install/move materials (a pipe, plate, etc.) or structures, equipment, or materials to Offshore locations or Offsite platforms, including load-outs safely and efficiently.

Essential Functions

Thread and install screw pipe

Supply welding crafts with needed materials

Coordinate crane activity for transport materials

Assist fitters with measurement taking and proper cleaning of fittings for welding

Guide crew regarding safety and rigging procedures

Set an example for peers in safety policy and rigging tasks

Assist crane and cherry picker operators by hooking up slings and loading cables to materials or structures as required

Set up skid/rail components to load completed structures onto barges or offload networks from barges to assigned locations in the fabrication yard

Assist crane operators, cherry picker operators, and maintenance personnel (mechanics) in performing routine maintenance work on cherry pickers, cranes, etc.

Report all defective rigging equipment (slings, shackles, etc.) to the rigging foreman immediately

Install rigging on loads to maneuver over, under, or around obstacles, using multi-point suspension techniques

Assist in cleaning up work areas as needed (including barges) before a beginning lift or load-out operations

Assist with set up water pumps on barges as required to prepare for load-outs

Set up water pumps on barges as required to prepare for load-outs

Assist in controlling the movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces, using chain falls beam clamps, cable/nylon slings, and other certified lifting equipment

Rig-up equipment and materials are scheduled to go on or leave offshore vessels and platforms. Assist welders and fitters in grinding, buffing, rigging, etc.

Properly rig slings to ensure proper alignment of load before moving the freight

Give hand signal directions to crane operators during lift operations

Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Benefits Offered

Earned Wage Access

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Safety Awards

Company Store

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Requirements Physical Requirements

Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing

Turning, twisting, bending, and balancing

Pushing, pulling and reaching

Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 pounds

Job Requirements

2+ years prior Offshore Rigger experience

Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen

Must be able to pass a background check

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Valid TWIC card

Desirable Experience, Education, and Training

High school diploma or GED

Environmental Conditions 80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet, and dry conditions, dust, mud, etc. They may also be exposed to fumes (Paint, paint thinners, diesel/or gas, etc.)

Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.

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