AI summary
Rigger role with VTG supporting the Fleet Readiness Center at NAS North Island, focused on safely assembling and using rigging to lift and move equipment/material in a manufacturing/shipyard environment. You’ll select and set up cables, pulleys and hoisting gear, attach loads, and coordinate lifts with crane/hoisting operators using signals and communications. Standout perk: clearly stated base pay rate of $34.60/hour.
Key skills
Rigging and hoisting operationsForklift operationMan lift operation (boom and scissor)Crane/hoist hand-signal communicationSelecting cables, ropes, pulleys, blocks and sheavesAttaching loads with slings, chains and grappling devicesSplicing rope and wire cables (slings/tackle repair)Using hand tools and power wrenchesBolting/clamping rigging to overhead structures
Pays $34.60/hour (base pay range), with final pay influenced by location, experience, education and skill level.
You'll thrive here if you’re a safety-first rigger with 5+ years’ experience (including forklift and boom/scissor lift work) who can confidently set up lifts and direct hoisting operations in a shipyard/manufacturing setting.
Why apply
- Base pay $34.60 per hour
- Work at NAS North Island
- Hands-on hoisting and rigging work
Overview
Do you have what it takes?
VTG is currently seeking a Rigger at the Fleet Readiness Center at NAS North Island in San Diego, CA.
What will you do?
- A Rigger assembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material in a manufacturing plant or shipyard, selects 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 directions to Bridge-or-Gantry-Crane Operator or Hoisting Engineer engaged in hoisting and moving loads to insure safety of workers and material handled, using hand signals, loudspeaker, or telephone.
- The Rigger also sets up, braces, and rigs hoisting equipment, using hand tools and power wrenches, splices rope and wire cables to make or repair slings and tackle, and may direct workers engaged in hoisting machinery and equipment into ships.
Do you have what it takes?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience that includes Forklift and man lift (boom and scissor) experience is required.
- High School Diploma.
- Must be a US Citizen.
VTG's base pay range is $34.60 per hour which is a general guideline for the geographic location, work experience, education, skill level, and/or market considerations.