Apprentice Rigger

Apprentice Rigger Akron, OH $55,000

• $60,000 a year
• Full-time $55,000
• $60,000 a year
• Full-time 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:

$55,000.00

• $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

Work Location:

On the road