Rigger - Decatur, AL

Turner Industries is a fully diversified industrial contractor. We help move the world forward by providing responsive, innovative solutions designed to increase plant production, reduce costs, reduce downtime, and even prevent shutdowns. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA, Turner Industries has over 20,000 employees with offices and job sites across the United States. Our single-solution approach in the petrochemical, refining, energy, pulp and paper, and related industries has made Turner one of the nation's top industrial contractors and earned us the No. 1 spot on ABC's 2024 Top Performers list. People are at the heart of everything we do. Their safety, security, and satisfaction have always been our top priorities. For proof, look no further than our strong working relationships and extraordinary workforce.

Turner Industries Group, LLC has an opening for a Rigger to join our Team in the Decatur, AL area. The Rigger position assembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material on maintenance and construction projects. Non-exempt role; Reports to the Foreman; Assigned duties according to specific procedures / work is checked frequently.

• High school or equivalent
• One (1) to four (4) years of experience in specified skill (depending on mechanic level)
• Knowledge of all types of slings/chokers
• Must ensure all rigging hardware and slings meet the company quarterly inspection criteria
• Some jobsites may require NCCER certification for this craft
• Post offer drug / alcohol screen, physical evaluation, and signed acceptance of the company Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy
• Comply with company and client job site safety requirements
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace

Functional Requirements:

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 to crane hook with grappling devices, such as loops, wires, ropes and chains, Gives directions to equipment operator engaged in hoisting and moving loads , Ensures the safety of workers and material handlers using hand signals, loudspeaker or telephone, Sets up, braces and rigs hoisting equipment, Splices rope and wire to repair slings and tackles, May direct workers engaged in hoisting of machinery and equipment into ships, railroad cars or trucks, Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction

May be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc.; reaching in all directions; handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30 to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.; standing / sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction; wearing respirator and other PPE; typing / data entry; stepstool use; work in excessive heat; work in excessive cold; work in loud environment

Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.