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Climber

Chalfont, PA · On-site

$20.50 - $28.25/hr

Prior experience as an Apprentice Climber or equivalent tree work experience required. * Demonstrated proficiency in advanced climbing, rigging, and pruning techniques. Knowledge, Skills, and ...

Pattern Maker

Hanover, PA · On-site

$25/hr

Build new patterns, core boxes, and rigging systems using wood, metal, urethane, plastics, and ... High school diploma or equivalent; technical training, apprenticeship, or vocational education in ...

Several years of construction experience, preferably with hoisting, rigging or heavy-equipment operations. * Completion of a formal tower crane training program and apprenticeship is highly preferred.

Coordinating pile driving support, rigging, and structural installations * Planning and assigning ... Mentoring apprentices and journeyman carpenters QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION * Minimum 5 years of ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Apprentice Rigger, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Apprentice Rigger, you need basic mechanical aptitude, physical fitness, and a high school diploma or equivalent, often supported by safety training certifications. Familiarity with rigging equipment, hand and power tools, and understanding safety systems like OSHA guidelines are commonly required. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and effective communication help ensure safe and efficient operations on-site. These skills and qualities are crucial for preventing accidents and supporting smooth lifting and assembly tasks in construction and industrial settings.

What are the typical challenges faced by an Apprentice Rigger, and how can they be addressed?

Apprentice Riggers often face challenges such as adapting to physically demanding work, learning proper safety procedures, and understanding how to use a variety of rigging equipment. It's common to work at heights or in adverse weather conditions, so staying vigilant and proactive about safety is essential. Effective communication and teamwork are also crucial, as riggers frequently coordinate with crane operators, engineers, and other trades. Seeking guidance from experienced riggers and participating in ongoing training can help apprentices overcome these challenges and build confidence in their skills.

What is the difference between Apprentice Rigger vs Rigger?

AspectApprentice RiggerRigger
CertificationsBasic safety and rigging certifications, on-the-job trainingAdvanced rigging certifications, experience-based
Work EnvironmentSupervised, training-focused, construction or industrial sitesIndependent, complex rigging tasks, construction, entertainment, or industrial sites
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with rigging setup, learning safety protocolsPerforming rigging, setting up heavy equipment, ensuring safety standards

In summary, an Apprentice Rigger is in training, focusing on learning rigging basics under supervision, while a Rigger has more experience and handles complex rigging tasks independently.

What are Apprentice Riggers?

Apprentice Riggers are entry-level workers who assist experienced riggers in setting up and securing heavy loads for lifting, moving, or construction projects. They learn to use ropes, pulleys, cranes, and other equipment to safely lift and transport materials. Apprentice Riggers typically work under supervision while gaining hands-on experience and training in safety protocols, load calculations, and proper rigging techniques. Their role is essential in industries like construction, shipping, and entertainment, where precise and secure handling of heavy objects is required.
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Nuclear Instrument & Control Tech Apprentice-Shift-2

Vistra Corp.

Shippingport, PA • On-site

Full-time

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9.2

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Job description

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.
Job Summary
Job Description
DUTIES:
Under direct supervision during shift work, performs skilled routine and multitask, both in the laboratory, shops and field in both normal and radiological areas of the plants, related to installation, calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting and testing of equipment associated with electrical, mechanical and instrumentation & control systems. Satisfactorily completes the scheduled Instrument & Control Technician Apprentice-Shift Training Program.
1. Perform scheduled maintenance, calibrations, troubleshooting and repair and assist in the major maintenance and calibration of instrumentation and controls, reactor protection and associated equipment.
2. As directed, performs maintenance on microprocessor, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic instrumentation and control systems.
3. Verifies and complies with Equipment Clearances and Radiological Work Permits associated with Instrument and Control maintenance work assignments.
4. As directed, maintains proper operation of control systems by diagnosis and correction of operating perturbations through maintenance and calibration.
5. Satisfactorily completes the scheduled initial, continuous, on-the-job and refresher training commitments identified in the I&C Technician Apprentice-Shift Training Program as accredited by the National Academy for Nuclear Training and multitask training.
6. Maintains calibration and maintenance work areas for portable equipment associated with radiation monitoring.
7. Maintains the I&C shops, job work sites, test equipment issue areas and lab equipment in a safe, orderly, and neat condition.
8. Assists other groups in support of safe operations and maintenance of the nuclear site.
9. Accurately completes all documentation associated with and required by assigned job tasks.
10. Complies with all regulatory and site procedures and policies, including Site Emergency Plan and Technical Specifications.
11. Assists in performing maintenance, calibrations, and troubleshooting on systems and equipment within the reactor containment and other radiological areas during all modes of plant operation.
12. As directed, performs "pre-critical checkout" of reactor controls and instrumentation.
13. As directed, sets up test equipment and assists the engineers in conducting tests of station equipment.
14. Assists in performing maintenance and calibration of areas, process and portable radiation monitoring systems and equipment.
15. Assists in performing the necessary rigging in handling of I&C related equipment and materials.
16. As directed, assists computer personnel by performing board component level repair, I/O module hardware calibration, soldering, wire wrapping and cable lug terminations.
17. As directed, performs maintenance on reactor control rod drive and control equipment.
18. Assists in modifying control panels, both electrically and mechanically, for new or different installation of instruments and controls.
19.Performs multitask and other work related to the above assigned or directed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Two year Post-High School relevant education or equivalent experience as deemed appropriate by Maintenance Management, in applicable field.
2. Pass the Instrument and Control Technician Apprentice qualification test and EEI Standardize test.
3. Satisfactorily completes, as scheduled, the initial, continuous, on-the-job, Training and qualifications and to proceed in line of progression to first class technician as identified in the I&C Training Program as accredited by the National Academy for Nuclear Training.
4. Demonstrated work knowledge of electronic equipment and circuitry, and some knowledge of magnetic amplifier equipment.
5. Demonstrated reasonable familiarity with the basic theories of mechanical instrumentation and control and their methods of application in nuclear power stations; and familiarity with physical/dimensional measurement techniques and methodologies.
6. Demonstrated ability to "troubleshoot" instrumentation and control circuits.
7. Demonstrated ability to interpret simple sketches, prints, and written instructions and to work from such recorded instructions.
8. Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply, company safety regulations, policies, and practices.
9. Must be capable of passing and maintaining the applicable discipline eye examination standards.
10. Demonstrated reasonable familiarity of electrical and mechanical physical/dimensional measurements.
11. Demonstrated reasonable familiarity of digital electronics and microprocessor based technology.
12. Must be physically able and willing to utilize protective clothing, respirators, or other equipment essential to the requirements of maintaining a Nuclear Power Plant including making containment entries.
13. Must be able to and willing to work in elevated or confined quarters and in radiation fields.
14. Must have the physical ability to carry a minimum of 50 pounds tooling, test equipment, and plant equipment.
Job Family
Plant Operations
Company
Vistra Nuclear Operations Company
Locations
Shippingport, Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
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