Rigger II Job at Epsilon Systems, Jacksonville, FL

  • Epsilon Systems
  • Jacksonville, FL

Job Description

Epsilon Systems is currently seeking a full time Rigger II in Mayport, Florida.

Summary: This position includes the rigging of structures and equipment to and from shipboard locations and off-ship landing sites and/or conveyances safely without endangerment of personnel or equipment. Additionally, rigging equipment and structures between lay-down areas and industrial shop locations is required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Works in manufacturing and construction industries, where heavy machinery and materials are often used. As such, they work around heavy machinery outdoors and in industrial settings and report directly to a shift lead or manager

  • Removes, places and repositions material and/or equipment using extensive knowledge of Below-the-Hook rigging gear throughout confined spaces and passageways through ships and building areas utilizing chain hoist and other rigging equipment.

  • Makes load routing judgements accurately by considering size and locations of objects utilizing available overhead and surrounding structures and surface conditions.

  • Judges and drifts objects/equipment utilizing multiple chain hoist and/or cranes to permit maneuvering loads around obstacles with proper sized rigging gear.

  • rigs equipment but not limited to engine room work, pumps/motors, valves, electronic equipment, steel and flight deck safety net related work. Experienced in Load Testing of various pieces of equipment is also to be expected of this position.

  • Drive company vehicles on public roads and within job sites to transport personnel, tools, rigging equipment, and materials as assigned.

  • Operates forklift with extendable boom and straight mast

Required:

  • High diploma/equivalent/Apprenticeship Diploma/additional vocational courses or technical school graduate; and/or military and/or civilian experience with marine mechanical systems in a repair department or shipyard.

  • Must be able to obtain Naval Base access (DBID's, background check)

  • Must be able to calculate and understand units of measure

  • Must be able to wear appropriate (PPE) Personal Protective Equipment

  • Minimum 1 - 3 years' experience.

  • Has knowledge of the trade qualifications Rigging and also performs as level I Outside Machinist.

  • Must be able to understand and perform the basic set up, alignment, and operation of various portable tools and hand tools used in the trade.

  • Has working knowledge of shipboard mechanical systems (repair/installation practices, procedures, alignments and troubleshooting).

  • Ability to use such precision measuring instruments as height gauges, depth gauges, calipers, verniers, lay-out tools, tachometers, thermometers, vibration indicators

  • Possesses the ability to accurately record readings and measurements as well as complete documentation, repair, and testing of equipment. Will assist in rigging evolutions when necessary.

  • Communicates effectively

  • Works independently or in a group.

  • Possess basic knowledge of vessel compartments, number systems and related vessel compartments and who are safety-oriented and dedicated to doing their job as efficiently as possible are good fits for this role.

  • Possess and maintain a valid driver's license appropriate for the vehicles operated throughout employment.

  • Ability to work overtime or night shifts depending on the amount of work needs.

  • Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.

  • Ability to obtain access to military and government installations and private shipyards worldwide.

  • Ability to travel 30%.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

  • Minimum 3+ years related rigging experience

  • Crane rigging, de-rigging and assembly is a plus

ADA Notification:

  • Involves heavy lifting up to 50 pounds, frequent stooping, bending, crawling, reaching and possible working assignments in overhead structures, confined spaces or beneath machinery either indoors or outdoors in noisy conditions.

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Job Tags

Full time, Apprenticeship, Worldwide, Shift work, Night shift

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