Rigger Hoist & Rail- Austin Industrial Decatur, IL

Austin Careers • Decatur, IL

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About The Position

Rigger This person will be able to assemble rigging to lift and move various equipment and materials to and from industrial work areas by performing the following essential duties and responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Selects cables, ropes, pullup, winches, blocks and sheaves according to weight and size of load to be moved. Attach pullup and blocks to fixed overhead structures, such as beams, ceilings and gin pole boom with bolts and clamps. Assembles and disassembles cranes. Splices rope and wire cables to make or repair slings or tackle. Attach load with grappling devices, such as loops, wire rope and chains to crane hook. Gives direction to operator engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and material handled using hand signals and radios. Sets up, braces and rigs hoisting equipment using hand tools and power wrenches. Responsible for observing and monitoring others observance of all safety rules. Maintain current certifications to meet regulations. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education – no minimum education requirements.
• Experience – 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience.

Responsibilities

• Selects cables, ropes, pullup, winches, blocks and sheaves according to weight and size of load to be moved.
• Attach pullup and blocks to fixed overhead structures, such as beams, ceilings and gin pole boom with bolts and clamps.
• Assembles and disassembles cranes.
• Splices rope and wire cables to make or repair slings or tackle.
• Attach load with grappling devices, such as loops, wire rope and chains to crane hook.
• Gives direction to operator engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and material handled using hand signals and radios.
• Sets up, braces and rigs hoisting equipment using hand tools and power wrenches.
• Responsible for observing and monitoring others observance of all safety rules.
• Maintain current certifications to meet regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan.
• We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed