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Pae

Crane tech II/Motor Grader

Merritt Island, FL · On-site

Ability to fabricate wire rope and proof load equipment. Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower ... The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities ...

Amentum

Heavy Equipment Crane tech II

Merritt Island, FL · On-site

$22.75 - $30.25/hr

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities ... Ability to fabricate wire rope and proof load equipment. Qualifications * High School Diploma or ...

Amentum

Crane Technician II

Merritt Island, FL · On-site

$22.75 - $31.25/hr

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities ... Ability to fabricate wire rope and proof load equipment. Qualifications * High School education + 3 ...

Pae

Heavy Equipment Crane tech II

Merritt Island, FL · On-site

$27.50 - $36.50/hr

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities ... Ability to fabricate wire rope and proof load equipment. Qualifications * High School Diploma or ...

Pae

Crane Technician II

Merritt Island, FL · On-site

$27.50 - $37.75/hr

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities ... Ability to fabricate wire rope and proof load equipment. Qualifications * High School education + 3 ...

Aerotek

Production Worker

Havana, FL · On-site

$16/hr

Contract-to-Hire Work Environment: Climate Controlled This role focuses on hands-on production and assembly work, including preparing and assembling wires and fiber rope using hand tools. You will ...

Pae

Crane Technician II

Merritt Island, FL · On-site

$27.50 - $37.75/hr

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities ... Ability to fabricate wire rope and proof load equipment. Qualifications * High School education + 3 ...

Pae

Crane Tech II

Merritt Island, FL · On-site

$27.50 - $37.75/hr

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities ... Ability to fabricate wire rope and proof load equipment. Qualifications - External * High School ...

Amentum

Crane tech II/Motor Grader

Merritt Island, FL · On-site

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities ... Ability to fabricate wire rope and proof load equipment. * Operate mechanical boom and cable or ...

Amentum

Crane Tech II

Merritt Island, FL · On-site

$22.75 - $31.25/hr

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities ... Ability to fabricate wire rope and proof load equipment. Qualifications - External * High School ...

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What is the difference between Contract Wire Rope vs Contract Rigger?

AspectContract Wire RopeContract Rigger
CertificationsOSHA, OSHA Crane & Rigging, OSHA Fall ProtectionOSHA, Rigging & Signal Person Certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial facilities, maritimeConstruction sites, industrial facilities, event setups
Primary ResponsibilitiesInstalling, inspecting, and maintaining wire ropesAssembling, installing, and securing lifting equipment
Industry UsageConstruction, shipping, manufacturingConstruction, heavy lifting, industrial projects

Contract Wire Rope specialists focus on the installation and maintenance of wire ropes, requiring specific certifications and working primarily in industrial and maritime environments. Contract Riggers handle the setup and securing of lifting equipment, often working alongside wire rope professionals. While their roles overlap in heavy lifting, their certifications and daily tasks differ, making each essential in construction and industrial projects.

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Rigger I (Travel up to 40% and Overtime) - Able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance

Rigger I (Travel up to 40% and Overtime) - Able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance

Akima, LLC

Panama City, FL • On-site

$21.50 - $27.75/hr

Full-time

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Akima rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

247th of 352 rated engineering

Job description

Akima Mission Optimization (AMO), an Akima company, is looking to hire a Rigger to join the team supporting Naval Support Activity Panama City (NSWC PC) Rigging Shop. In general, the level of capability required will be comparable to the WG 5210-10 journeyman level.
You will be part of the safe and efficient movement of materials by the use of weight handling equipment in direct support of the daily operations of NSWC PC and other various commands aboard the Naval Support Activity Panama City, as well as providing services to Military and Contract vessels at sea. You will perform all essential duties and responsibilities at the direction of the site Project Manager.
Overtime available and 30-40% travel is part of this job.
Responsibilities
  • Some tasking will include fabrication of slings, bridles, fabric covers, harnesses, wire rope or fiber towing eyes, etc. per blueprints in accordance with assigned engineering drawing tolerances.
  • This functional area includes direct support in performing fabricating services with execution of a task typically as follows: gather required materials, lay out parts, determine what equipment is necessary to complete the task, cut materials to required size, prep materials, fit components, assemble components to required final dimensions, and visually inspect finished parts to ensure standards and tolerances are met.
  • Tasked with mooring test barges, deployment and recovery of inert mine fields and/or underwater cables, and support of NAVAIR testing as required for NSWC PC project support.
  • Tasking may also include load testing and certification of Weight Handling Equipment (WHE) and lifting hardware.
  • Assembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material in manufacturing plant or shipyard, selects cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks, and sheaves, according to weight and size of load to be moved, attaches pulley and blocks to fixed overhead structures, such as beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms, with bolts and clamps, attaches load with grappling devices, such as loops, wires, ropes and chains, to crane hook, gives directions to Bridge-or-Gantry-Crane Operator or Hoisting Engineer engaged in hoisting and moving loads to insure safety of workers and material handled, using hand signals, loudspeaker, or telephone.
  • The Rigger also sets up, braces, and rigs hoisting equipment, using hand tools and power wrenches, splices rope and wire cables to make or repair slings and tackle, and may direct workers engaged in hoisting machinery and equipment into ships.
  • Moving office furniture and equipment is to be included as possible tasking.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Overtime will be required on a regular basis.
  • 30-40% travel may be required.

Qualifications
  • Must be a US Citizen that possess and be able to maintain a SECRET security clearance.
  • High School diploma.
  • 5 years related experience.
  • Must be able to work Overtime (OT) as needed.
  • Must be able to travel 30-40% if needed both CONUS and OCONUS (current US Passport preferred).

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:
  • Must be able to obtain Navy CAT III Crane course Certification.
  • Must be able to obtain Forklift Operator Certification.
  • Experience at the WG 5210-10 journeyman level.
  • Desirable CDL Qualification.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:
  • Requires work aboard vessels at sea. Some occasional lifting and moving of office equipment, furniture and supplies may be required.
  • Some lifting up to 75 pounds required.
  • Nature of job also requires considerable walking as well as exposure to electricity and electronic equipment.

Job ID
2026-22385
Work Type
On-Site
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Akima Mission Optimization (AMO), an Akima company, is not just another federal logistics contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At AMO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, AMO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, AMO delivers innovative administrative support services that streamline operations, and enhance productivity.
As an AMO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

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As an Alaska Native Corporation headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, Akima is dedicated to delivering superior outcomes for our customers’ missions while simultaneously creating a long-lived asset for our Iñupiat shareholders. Akima maintains a portfolio of small businesses, 8(a) companies, and operating companies that deliver simplified and accelerated access to the products and services agencies need to ensure mission success.

Industry

Specialty trade contractors

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

1995

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