Job Title: Rigger/Master Rigger
Posted by: Brookhaven National Laboratory on Sep 10, 2020
Location:
Upton , NYJob Description:
Brookhaven National Laboratory (www.bnl.gov) delivers discovery science and transformative technology to power and secure the nation's future. Brookhaven Lab is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, 37 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 70 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department;of Energy's (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University.
Position Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for the relocation of heavy machinery/equipment by attaching rigging to move, lift and/or hoist with cranes and/or forklifts; controlling movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces, using chain falls, pallet jacks, vault jacks, air mats or other equipment; dismantling, inspecting and storing rigging equipment after use. Expected to signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads, in order to ensure safety of workers and materials; use hand signals and other means to direct crane operators and help guide the objects into place; and tilt and turn suspended loads to maneuver over, under or around obstacles, using multi-point suspension techniques.
Position Requirements
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
High School or GED, or higher with courses in advanced mathA minimum of 10 years documented prior rigging experienceMust successfully pass a 40-hour rigging classMust have knowledge of rigging tools, their capacities and their limitations, in every lifting operation from routine to complex, and the ability to assess and implement proper rigging techniques used while moving or transporting an object of substantial weight or fragile composition.Must possess a valid Class A CDL NYS driver's license with air brake and tank (N) and hazmat (H) Endorsement and/or the ability to secure a valid Class A CDL NYS driver's license with air brake and tank (N) and hazmat (H) Endorsement within 3 months.
To be considered for a Master Rigger candidate must hold current certification as a Master Rigger or an Advanced Rigger from a nationally recognized accredited organization, such as National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operations (NCCCO), Crane Institute of America (CIC), etc.
Other Requirements:
Must meet the medical requirements of the "Job Assessment Form'Must have a telephone and must provide the number to BNL for callout and contact purposesMust possess written and verbal skills.Must be capable of following written instruction procedures, work orders, and similar documents.Must possess the writing skills to sufficiently complete work orders and other required documentsMust be able to communicate verbally with customers, fellow workers, and supervisorsMust have had a verifiable "acceptable leave record" in prior employmentMust be able to complete all the requirements of the Job Training Assessment
Environmental, Health, and Safety Considerations:
Standing, bending and liftingAbility to do heavy lifting > 30 lbs.Ability to do moderate lifting Ability to work in confined spacesAbility to climb fixed and portable laddersWork outdoors/cold environmentsWork in warm environmentsMoving machineryUse of powered and air operated hand-toolsOperates fork trucksUse of a respirator and other related safety equipmentPhysical coordination dexterity and balanceAbility to wear proper PPE such as safety glasses, safety shoes and hearing protection
The Lab's placement policy is to select the best qualified candidate for an available position. With respect to Bargaining Unit positions, candidates are considered in the following order: (1) present benefits-eligible employees within the department/division and/or appropriate bargaining unit, with preference for those within the immediate work group; (2) present benefits-eligible employees within the Laboratory; and (3) outside applicants.
At Brookhaven National Laboratory we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:
Medical PlansDental PlansVacationHolidaysLife Insurance401(k) PlanRetirement PlanPaid Parental LeaveSwimming Pool, Weight Room, Tennis Courts, and many other employee perks and benefits
Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) is an equal opportunity employer that values inclusion and diversity at our Lab.We are committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
BNL takes affirmative action in support of its policy and to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.Please contact us to request accommodation.
*VEVRAA Federal Contractor
Position Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for the relocation of heavy machinery/equipment by attaching rigging to move, lift and/or hoist with cranes and/or forklifts; controlling movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces, using chain falls, pallet jacks, vault jacks, air mats or other equipment; dismantling, inspecting and storing rigging equipment after use. Expected to signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads, in order to ensure safety of workers and materials; use hand signals and other means to direct crane operators and help guide the objects into place; and tilt and turn suspended loads to maneuver over, under or around obstacles, using multi-point suspension techniques.
Position Requirements
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
High School or GED, or higher with courses in advanced mathA minimum of 10 years documented prior rigging experienceMust successfully pass a 40-hour rigging classMust have knowledge of rigging tools, their capacities and their limitations, in every lifting operation from routine to complex, and the ability to assess and implement proper rigging techniques used while moving or transporting an object of substantial weight or fragile composition.Must possess a valid Class A CDL NYS driver's license with air brake and tank (N) and hazmat (H) Endorsement and/or the ability to secure a valid Class A CDL NYS driver's license with air brake and tank (N) and hazmat (H) Endorsement within 3 months.
To be considered for a Master Rigger candidate must hold current certification as a Master Rigger or an Advanced Rigger from a nationally recognized accredited organization, such as National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operations (NCCCO), Crane Institute of America (CIC), etc.
Other Requirements:
Must meet the medical requirements of the "Job Assessment Form'Must have a telephone and must provide the number to BNL for callout and contact purposesMust possess written and verbal skills.Must be capable of following written instruction procedures, work orders, and similar documents.Must possess the writing skills to sufficiently complete work orders and other required documentsMust be able to communicate verbally with customers, fellow workers, and supervisorsMust have had a verifiable "acceptable leave record" in prior employmentMust be able to complete all the requirements of the Job Training Assessment
Environmental, Health, and Safety Considerations:
Standing, bending and liftingAbility to do heavy lifting > 30 lbs.Ability to do moderate lifting Ability to work in confined spacesAbility to climb fixed and portable laddersWork outdoors/cold environmentsWork in warm environmentsMoving machineryUse of powered and air operated hand-toolsOperates fork trucksUse of a respirator and other related safety equipmentPhysical coordination dexterity and balanceAbility to wear proper PPE such as safety glasses, safety shoes and hearing protection
The Lab's placement policy is to select the best qualified candidate for an available position. With respect to Bargaining Unit positions, candidates are considered in the following order: (1) present benefits-eligible employees within the department/division and/or appropriate bargaining unit, with preference for those within the immediate work group; (2) present benefits-eligible employees within the Laboratory; and (3) outside applicants.
At Brookhaven National Laboratory we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:
Medical PlansDental PlansVacationHolidaysLife Insurance401(k) PlanRetirement PlanPaid Parental LeaveSwimming Pool, Weight Room, Tennis Courts, and many other employee perks and benefits
Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) is an equal opportunity employer that values inclusion and diversity at our Lab.We are committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
BNL takes affirmative action in support of its policy and to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.Please contact us to request accommodation.
*VEVRAA Federal Contractor
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About Brookhaven National Laboratory
Established in 1947 on Long Island, Upton, New York, Brookhaven is a multi-program national laboratory operated by Brookhaven Science Associates for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Six Nobel Prizes have been awarded for discoveries made at the Lab. Brookhaven has a staff of approximately 2,600 scientists, engineers, technicians and support staff and over 4,000 guest researchers annually. Brookhaven National Laboratory's role for the DOE is to produce excellent science and advanced technology with the cooperation, support, and appropriate involvement of our scientific and local communities. The fundamental elements of the Laboratory's role in support of the four DOE strategic missions are the following: • To conceive, design, construct, and operate complex, leading edge, user-oriented facilities in response to the needs of the DOE and the international community of users. • To carry out basic and applied research in long-term, high-risk programs at the frontier of science. • To develop advanced technologies that address national needs and to transfer them to other organizations and to the commercial sector. • To disseminate technical knowledge, to educate new generations of scientists and engineers, to maintain technical capabilities in the nation's workforce, and to encourage scientific awareness in the general public.
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