Rigger/ Driver Helper - Sparks, NV in Sparks, Nevada at Lawson Drayage Inc

We are looking for experienced Riggers/Heavy Machinery Movers. Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment dedicated to the safe set up, loading, and relocation of heavy equipment. Looking at candidates that have a general understanding of heavy equipment rigging, rigging equipment; chains, binders, ratchet straps in addition to operation of forklifts, overhead lifts, jacks, rollers, hoists and other equipment to move machinery.

Essential Duties to include:

• Must have high level of mechanical aptitude
• Solid work ethic and enjoy working on a team
• Valid driver’s license with promotional opportunities available to employees who obtain a class A CDL
• Inspect and prepare loads to be moved
• Determine proper method of lifting equipment for each assigned project
• Select the appropriate rigging equipment and inspect before each use
• Prepare rigging equipment including, but not limited to, beams, pulleys, clamps, and bolts
• Load and unload semi-trucks including strapping and securing in a safe manner
• Use proper methods when working with overhead lifts, hoists, winches, cranes, jacks, rollers, forklifts and other needed equipment
• Determine weights and identify center of gravity items to be lifted
• Uncrate materials using power tools
• Wrap, band, and pack equipment
• Effectively communicating with rigging, construction, engineering, customers, and other on-site teams
• Break down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections
• Ongoing Inspection of equipment and making necessary repairs, or taking equipment out of service as needed
• Ensure compliance with state and company safety procedures

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to lift/maneuver heavy equipment
• Must be able to perform tasks requiring frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting
• Ability to work outdoors in harsh weather conditions.
• Must be able to work at heights
• Must be able to work in noisy environments

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Preferred but not required: Two (2) years Driver/Rigger/Machinery Mover experience
• Previous forklift experience and/or ability to become forklift certified
• Ability to navigate computer programs for training, payroll, and other operational functions
• Familiarity with logistics or machinery moving industry
• Knowledge and ability to operate hand tools, power tools, moving equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to lift/maneuver heavy equipment
• Must be able to perform tasks requiring frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting
• Ability to work outdoors in harsh weather conditions.
• Must be able to work at heights
• Must be able to work in noisy environments