Rigging Technician
2 months ago
Corpus Christi, Texas, United States
EMCOR Group
Full time
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Rigger - Rigging Specialist to join our team at EMCOR Group. As a Rigger, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently moving, lifting, and placing equipment and materials according to blueprint, design, or client specifications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and execute rigging operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Conduct thorough inspections of rigging equipment and tools to ensure they are in good working condition.
- Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to coordinate rigging operations.
- Calculate estimated load weights and check load charts to prevent overloading of lifting equipment.
- Read and interpret drawings, sketches, and other documents to ensure accurate placement of materials and equipment.
- Locate lift points and jack points for loads to be moved or lifted.
- Select and attach slings, hooks, wires, cables, ropes, blocks, and other rigging equipment as needed.
- Perform hand and verbal crane signals to crane operators.
- Other duties may be assigned as required.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or certification in rigging or a related field preferred.
- Pass company pre-employment physical and substance abuse requirements.
- Pass job-related physical fitness test (PFT) and mask fit testing requirements.
- Work safely and effectively in a fast-paced environment, wearing required personal protective equipment.
- Perform shop math and have knowledge of geometry.
- Ability to climb ladders, scaffolds, and structures; tolerate and work in enclosed areas and high elevations.
- Stoop, bend, walk, crawl, or crouch as needed; handle, reach for, and manipulate objects, components, and materials.
- Carry or lift objects and materials up to 50 pounds.
What We Offer:
EMCOR Group offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to our employees. We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment and are an equal opportunity employer.