Foreman Rigging

Position Summary:

The position consists of specializing in the lifting and moving of extremely large or heavy objects.

Position Responsibilities:

Supervises and coordinates the activity with craft workers to ensure that work is done safely, correctly and in a timely manner

Use knowledge and understanding of the technical installation requirements for the work under his/her supervision, to include drawings, specifications, procedures, and codes

Follows direction from supervisor

Must have experience in rigging

Must be able to obtain Zachry ETS signaling certification.

Loads, transports, unloads and assists in selecting cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks, and sheaves, according to weight and size of load to be moved

Attaches pulley and blocks to fixed overhead structures, such as beams, ceilings and gin pole booms with bolts and clamps

Attaches load with grappling devices such as loops, wires, ropes and chains to crane hook

Gives direction to crane operator or hoisting engineer engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and material

Inspect and repair all components of boiler systems and associated mechanical equipment

Follow direction from Supervisor

Other duties as assigned

Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Must have experience using industrial hand tools and power tools

Must have reliable transportation

Organization and time management

Must have good problem-solving abilities

Must have good aptitude and manual dexterity

Good reading comprehension

Ability to work with others – team player including good communication skills with co-workers and supervisors

Commitment to Zachry values and safety rules and regulations

Must have knowledge of crane signals, operating a torch, and operate a plasma cutter

Valued but not required skills, knowledge, and abilities:

Former Zachry employee

Formal education/degree/certificate in construction, technical or trade school such as NCCER Certification or NCCCO in rigging.

Reports to Position

This position will be responsible for a crew of up to 5-15 craft workers. The crew will be a mix of journeyman, helpers, and laborers.

Physical Requirements

Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting.

Will talk and hear to communicate.

Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools.

May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.

Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements.

Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE.

Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/spoggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots.

ZACHRY is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.