Job Title: Rigger III
Location: Chesapeake, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time

What You’ll Do

• Perform rigging operations independently with minimal oversight.
• Inspect, set up, maintain, and operate rigging equipment and hand tools.
• Select appropriate rigging equipment based on load weight, size, safety factors, and clearance requirements.
• Align, level, lift, maneuver, and position loads using multi-point lifting techniques, including work in confined spaces.
• Coordinate lifting activities with on-site supervision and direct assisting personnel as needed.
• Install fixtures, jigs, supports, and alignment targets.
• Support installation, modification, and repair activities as part of a multi-trade team.

• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

• This role does not include supervisory responsibilities.

• Reports to the Project Manager or designated Project Supervisor.

Must-Have Skills and Experience

• High school diploma or GED with formal rigging apprenticeship and/or relevant military or civilian rigging experience in a repair or shipyard environment.
• Ability to obtain government installation access.
• Successful completion of required knowledge and practical skills assessments.
• Qualifications in overhead crane operation, forklift operation, and applicable safety certifications.
• Ability to obtain a Confidential or Secret security clearance.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Prior experience with multi-point lifting techniques in confined spaces.
• Familiarity with industrial shop environments and heavy equipment maintenance.

Who You Are

• Safety-conscious with strong attention to detail.
• Flexible and adaptable to varying work conditions, travel, and overtime.
• Collaborative team player who can take direction and lead rigging operations as needed.

Additional Details

• Primarily indoor industrial shop environment with exposure to moving/vibrating equipment, high noise levels, temperature extremes, dust, fumes, bright lighting, and occasional sparks/flames.
• Non-climate-controlled environments and close physical proximity to other personnel.

• Occasional: Lift 20–50 lbs, work in confined spaces, crawl, kneel, or work in prone positions, perform repetitive arm/hand movements, distinguish color differences, wear required protective equipment.
• Frequent: Lift 10–25 lbs, climb ladders/stairs, stand, balance, stoop, squat, reach, carry materials, work with arms overhead, operate motor vehicles.
• Constant: Lift up to 10 lbs, wear protective equipment for body, vision, and hearing.