Freelance Rope Access Rigger Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

Rigger Helper job at US Immediate Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, Boston, MA.

• At the WG-05 developmental duties, as assigned, to include the following:
  • You will assist journey level riggers to use both traditional and modern rigging techniques to lift, move, and position equipment and materials.
  • You will assist higher level riggers to safely handle, install and remove all materials and components requiring the use of weight handling equipment.
  • You will assist in the manufacture of leather and canvas covers.
  • You will assist in the prefabrication/fabrication of leather and canvas artifacts from the 18th and 19th century era.
  • You will serve as a member of a rigging or lifting team.
• At the WG-08 developmental duties, as assigned, to include the following:
  • You will use both traditional and modern rigging techniques to lift, move, and position equipment and materials.
  • You will safely handle, install and remove all materials and components requiring the use of weight handling equipment.
  • You will select and assemble weight handling gear used to lift, move and position heavy loads.
  • You will manufacture wire rope and fiber rope products such as nets, ladders, pendants, falls, slings, hammocks, sword matting.
  • You will manufacture leather and canvas covers.

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required.
• You will be required to perform occasional travel.
• You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
• You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
• You will be required to lift heavy weights.
• You must participate in training evolutions including sailing/underway operations onboard USS Constitution.
• You must maintain established dress and grooming standards.
• You must work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• You must be able to work at heights up to 150 feet.
• You must be able to work in confined spaces.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver’s license.

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. The Screen‑out Element for this position is Likelihood Of Success In Assignments Which Require Interest, Motivation, And Readiness To Do Simple Work and willingness to perform simple tasks, including manual labor, and follow directions, under close supervision and develop your skills through a training program. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations.

There is no educational substation for experience for this series.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

• Salary range: WG-5: $25.73–30.02 per hour; WG-8: $32.21–37.58 per hour.
• Salary range per hour: $25.73 to $37.58.
• Pay scale & grade: WG 5 – 8.
• Open & closing dates: 12/31/2025 to 01/13/2026.
• Location(s): Boston, MA (2 vacancies).
• Appointment type: Permanent.
• Work schedule: Full-time.
• Telework eligible: No.
• Travel required: Occasional travel may be expected.
• Security clearance: Not Required.

• Job family (Series): 5210 Rigging
• Supervisory status: No.
• Drug test: Yes.
• Bargaining unit status: No.