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General Dynamics Electric Boat

Rigger - Skilled

Groton, CT · On-site

$33.19 - $43.20/hr

Responsible for lifting, moving and positioning ships and shipyard machinery, equipment, structural ... Hourly Rates from $33.19 - $43.20 Qualifications Required: * High School Diploma or GED or 2+ years ...

General Dynamics Electric Boat

Rigger - Skilled

Groton, CT · On-site

$31.61 - $41.14/hr

Responsible for lifting, moving and positioning ships and shipyard machinery, equipment, structural ... Hourly Rates from $33.19 - $43.20 Qualifications Required: * High School Diploma or GED or 2+ years ...

Vigor, LLC

Rigger AS2 - Swing Shift

Portland, OR · On-site

$34.27/hr

HOURLY RATE: $34.27 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: This list is not intended to ... Works from ship specifications, work orders and applicable working drawings and blueprints.

Vigor, LLC

Rigger AS2 - Swing Shift

Portland, OR

$34.27/hr

HOURLY RATE: $34.27 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: This list is not intended to ... Works from ship specifications, work orders and applicable working drawings and blueprints.

Vigor Marine LLC

Rigger AS2 - Swing Shift

Portland, OR · On-site

$34.27/hr

HOURLY RATE: $34.27 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: This list is not intended to ... Works from ship specifications, work orders and applicable working drawings and blueprints.

NASSCO

Shipfitter (Repair)

San Diego, CA

$33.76 - $37.11/hr

... ship terminology and different metals required. Good burning, welding and craftsmanship skills ... Cleans up and removes scrap to nearest scrap tub. 6. Operate overhead cranes and use rigging ...

NASSCO

Shipfitter (New Construction)

San Diego, CA

$33.76 - $37.11/hr

... ship terminology and different metals required. Good burning, welding and craftsmanship skills ... Cleans up and removes scrap to nearest scrap tub. 6. Operate overhead cranes and use rigging ...

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Rigger - Skilled

Rigger - Skilled

General Dynamics Electric Boat

Groton, CT • On-site

$33.19 - $43.20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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General Dynamics Electric Boat rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 159 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

80th of 511 rated manufacturers

Job description

Overview
Candidates for Rigger will be trained in the following requirements:
  • Selection and use of wire rope, chain and synthetic web slings, rigging hardware, and lifting devices
  • Interpretation of rated charts for rigging gear
  • Safe rigging practices and procedures
  • Hand and radio communications and the responsibilities of the Rigger in Charge
  • Determination of weight and center of gravity of loads
  • Selection and use of hoists, chain falls and come-alongs
  • Lifting and Handling gear inspection

Using the above acquired skills the rigger will be expected to support the following shipbuilding processes:
  • Support the assembly and disassembly of machinery and equipment on and off the ships
  • Responsible for lifting, moving and positioning ships and shipyard machinery, equipment, structural parts and other heavy loads
  • Rig nuclear components
  • Working under radiological controls (obtain and work with a TLD). Provide emergency response to fires and accidents

Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401K Plan
  • Paid Vacation and holidays
  • Shift Premium
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Commuter/Rideshare Van Services
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
  • Hourly Rates from $33.19 - $43.20

Qualifications
Required:
  • High School Diploma or GED or 2+ years relevant technical experience
  • 5+ years of relevant experience
  • Candidates must be available for any shift.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous rigging experience
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Successful completion of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative Training Program
  • Candidates must be able to read and understand shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, etc.
  • Candidates must be able to work all shifts, perform high work.
  • Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.

Skills
  • Candidates must be able to read and understand shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, etc.
  • Candidates must be able to work all shifts, perform work from heights.
  • Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.

Physical Qualifications
Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting
Environmental Attributes
Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet

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