Rigger Handyperson - Norfolk VA

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Clearance Level - Must Be Able to Obtain
None
U.S. Person Required
Yes
Travel Percentage
<10%
Clearance Level - Must Currently Possess
None
U.S. Citizenship Required
Yes
Is Relocation Available
No

Job Description
Handypersons help and assist mechanics with their key roles and responsibilities. Handypersons are expected to have an intermediary knowledge of key roles and responsibilities as well as functional knowledge specific to their trade. Handypersons must also have demonstrated the ability to perform all tasks of Handyperson (2nd & 3rd), Helper (1st & 2nd) and show a desire to learn new tasks.

Key Responsibilities & Functional Knowledge:

Performance Related
Proven ability to perform tasks of Handyperson 2nd and 3rd, and helper
12 months without any written warnings for rules violation
Must have a good performance evaluation
Able to report to work on time each day and have good attendance record
Able to work overtime when required
Able to work with others and in a team
Demonstrate improved trade skills

Process/Procedure related
Ability to comprehend processes and procedures
Able to understand and follow safety rules
Have a working understanding of Tag Out and Lock Tag out programs
Know and understand basic math
Able to read and write
Accomplish assigned tasks under moderate supervision
Have a working knowledge of the WAF (Work Authorization Forms) and its process
Have a basic understand of functional theory – based on assigned trade
Equipment Related
Work with shop equipment / maintenance of equipment
Acquire a personal hand tool collection
Must have general knowledge and can demonstrate use of hand tools
Able to work around heavy equipment
Knowledgeable regarding uses of pneumatic, hydraulic and electric power tools
Independently operate small equipment
Help with maintenance on equipment
Operate machinery using good judgment/operator skills
Anchor Chain
Properly make metal tags
Transport – load/unload – trailers/pallets
Wheels (Hubs/Blades/CCP System):
Assist with proper sling/grommet hook up – hull
Transport hub – trailer/boom dolly
Shafting – dry-dock related
Assist with the method of removal - pad eye placement – select gear
Assist with shaft transporting – trailer/boom dolly
Assist with Deck Machinery (Cranes/Cargo Booms) tasks
Wires – remove/reeve system/blocks
Booms – [ABS quadrennial] remove/install [proper method/gear]
Blocks – remove/reinstall [ABS quadrennial]
Testing – set up, [Navy Test] [ABS Test]
B&A Crane – remove/reeve wire ropes
B&A Crane – boom removal [method/select gear/block/transport]
B&A Crane – testing [set up, test]
Must possess knowledge and experience with electronic equipment the procedure/inspection sheet for: all CIC sensitive, all computers, all circuit breakers, all ac units, all cooling coils, all laundry and all galley equipment.
Must possess knowledge and experience with staging procedures and proper building practices for the QES/Burke
Possess knowledge and have experience with steel repair work and/or piping work
Assist with dock related work to include: blocking, docking/undocking, mooring ships, and gangways/platforms
Assist with hook on for the ship/pier

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Minimum education: High school diploma/GED
Minimum relevant experience: 6 mos. to 1 yr.

Other Requirements:
Must be able to read, write and comprehend simple instructions
Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form
Must be able to calculate and understand units of measure, including fractions and decimals
Must know how to measure using a scale and tape measure
Must be able to use specified tools required tools as determined by the shop management
Maintain job site cleanliness
Ability to work in confined Space Entry
Able to work at heights (if applicable to trade)
Be able to work off scaffolding (if applicable to trade)
Able to work with hands
Ability to walk, stand, long periods at a time
Able to wear the required PPE
Basic material identification skills
Make measurements to 1/16" using measuring tape or ruler
Basic blueprint reading (Excludes labor shop)
Assist with troubleshooting and issue resolution as required
Must be able to obtain a government access badge

This description does not include all activities, duties or responsibilities required for this position. The key duties, responsibilities and requirements identified in this description are subject to modification by the Company (in consultation with the Union, as appropriate) at any time.

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is $19 to $23 per hour (or $39,520 to $47,840 annually). Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as shift differentials or the terms outlined in an applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will ultimately determine your wages.