Installation Technician (Rigger)

Company Profile

Focusing on deepwater installations and field developments, we deliver tailored solutions-from the routine to the extreme. We provide fit-for-purpose engineering design through the entire asset lifecycle, including decommissioning. We contract, manage, engineer, and execute projects using our global vessel fleet, including Jones Act-compliant vessels, advanced technologies, and highly skilled personnel.

Position Summary

The Offshore Installation Technician is responsible for preparing, assembling, and safely executing rigging operations for lifting, moving, and securing equipment and materials during offshore projects. This role demands a strong commitment to safety, technical expertise, and the ability to work efficiently in a high-stakes offshore environment.

Offshore position located in the Gulf of Mexico and other remote global locations. Ability to travel domestically and overseas as assigned.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform rigging and lifting activities, ensuring compliance with project specifications and safety standards.
• Inspect rigging equipment, such as slings, chains, shackles, and hoists, to ensure safe and proper operation.
• Select cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks, and sheaves according to weight and size of load to be moved.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance of rigging equipment to ensure reliability and compliance with standards; Lube and maintain the drum and cables, adjusting if needed.
• Oversee the rigging to lift and move equipment / materials in worksite; Calculate load capacities and select approprate rigging gear for each task.
• Set up and brace hoisting equipment using hand tools or power wrenches.
• Use machinery to move construction materials, earth, petroleum products, or other heavy materials.
• The ability to coordinate with Deck Foreman and Vessel Superintendents as well as Clients for all back-deck operations.
• Coordinate, train, and assist with foreign nationals, including mentoring personnel assigned in all aspects of the back-deck operations; direct the foreign workers and the movement of equipment to accomplish the task.
• Follow all safety protocols, guidelines, and regulations to minimize risks and hazards; Participate in daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and risk assessments; Report unsafe conditions or incidents to supervisors immediately.
• Assist in the assembly and disassembly of offshore structures or equipment as needed.
• Support additional operational tasks, such as loading / unloading vessels or platform maintenance.
• Performs additional responsibilities and tasks as required to support organizational objectives.

Qualifications

REQUIRED :

DESIRED :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS :

Additional Information

WORKING CONDITIONS :

This position is considered OFFSHORE WORK which is characterized as follows :

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY / REQUIREMENTS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is considered HEAVY work.

OCCASIONAL

FREQUENT

CONSTANT

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.