Offshore Rigger

Offshore RiggerThe main purpose of the Offshore Rigger is to perform all job duties involved in rigging-up slings, shackles etc. used to lift / install / move materials (pipe, plate etc.) or structures, equipment or materials either from one location of the yard to another or on Offshore locations or Offsite locations, including load-outs safely and efficiently.

Assist crane operators, cherry picker operators and maintenance personnel (mechanics) in performing routine maintenance work on cherry pickers, cranes etc. Report all defective rigging equipment (slings, shackles etc.) to the rigging foreman immediately Install rigging on loads to maneuver over, under or around obstacles, using multi-point suspension techniques Assist in cleaning up work areas as needed (including barges) before a beginning lift or load-out operations Assist with set up water pumps on barges as required to prepare for load-outs Assist in controlling the movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces, using chain falls beam clamps, cable / nylon slings and other certified lifting equipment Rig-up equipment and materials that are scheduled to go on or leave offshore vessels and platforms. Assist welders and fitters in grinding, buffing, rigging etc. Properly rig slings to ensure proper alignment of load before moving the freight Give hand signal directions to crane operators during lift operations Perform other duties assigned by supervisor Benefits Offered: Earned Wage AccessHealth, Dental and Vision Insurance 401(k) with Company MatchPaid Holidays Paid Vacation Life Insurance Disability Insurance Safety Awards Company Store Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Environmental Conditions:80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet, and dry conditions, dust, mud, etc. They may also be exposed to fumes (Paint, paint thinners, diesel,/or gas, etc.)Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.