What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apprentice Rigger position at Edwards Moving and Rigging?
Apprentice Rigger
Edwards Moving & Rigging, an industry leader in heavy hauling and specialized rigging has an opening for the position of a Rigger for the following yards: Akron, Ohio
Candidate must be within a reasonable commute to the Akron, OH location.
The Apprentice Rigger position requires extensive travel and Edwards offers a generous travel per diem.
This position will report to the Project Superintendent.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- General laborer activities as a crew member is the primary role.
- Performs operation of various equipment (forklift/skid steer).
- Attaches loads to rigging equipment to provide support or prepare them for moving, using hand or power tools.
- Signals or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting or moving loads in order to ensure safety of workers and materials.
- Inspects and tests rigging equipment to ensure safety and reliability.
- Performs general physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving your whole body such as climbing, lifting balancing, walking stooping, and handling of materials.
- Using either control mechanisms or direct activity to operate machines or processes (hand or power tools, hydraulic tools or precision measuring tools or equipment.)
Qualifications:
No experience needed. We will train.
Experience in the heavy rigging, crane, construction or heavy trucking industry is a plus.
Must speak and read fluent English in order to pass necessary safety training requirements to gain access into safety sensitive environments such as nuclear plants.
Must have and maintain a clean criminal records history and will subject to ongoing random drug and alcohol testing.
Must be willing to travel extensively. 150 to 200 nights per year
Environment/Physical Demands:
- Outdoor environment subject to changes in the weather .
- Ability to lift 50lbs repetitively.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $54,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Akron, OH: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $54,000 - $60,000
