Rigger

10-Jun-2025

Technical Services

10113BR

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms. The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.

Job Family

Maintenance

Discipline

Site Services Infrastructure

Career Level

O1

Salary Range

$27.66/hour

Note for Salary

This is the starting salary for this position. This position offers biannual pay increases for employees that are satisfactorily progressing towards qualification, meeting the company's expectations and standards, and adhering to workplace policies. The maximum pay rate is typically achieved at the career level within two to three years.

Job Family Description

Maintenance/production personnel support the operational success of nuclear and non-nuclear facilities, buildings, systems, and shops. Professionals in these roles are responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective operation of equipment, machinery, and production processes to meet quality, safety, and productivity standards.

Discipline Description

Professionals in site services infrastructure provide various support functions to manage and maintain the physical facilities and systems that support operations. They provide operations and maintenance for site utility systems (steam, electrical, sanitary wastewater, fire water, domestic water, process water, etc.) roads, bridges, lakes, dams, outfalls, and railways. They perform fire systems operations, maintenance, and testing, and ventilation and HEPA filter testing. They supply and maintain Site Leased Portable Equipment. They perform Crane and Rigging support and oversight of the Site Hoisting and Rigging Program, railroad operations and maintenance, site fleet and fuel management services, transportation services, ground maintenance and herbicide, trucking, and waste removal.

Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include:

Perform moderately complex rigging operations and scaffold erection. Assists Senior Rigger with complex rigging tasks including critical lifts. With three years' experience in the rigging field, may act as Person in Charge (PIC) of non-critical lifts. Attends classroom, on-the-job, and other types of training as deemed necessary by line management.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Work from approved standard and special procedures, verbal instructions, and work orders. Perform simple or routine rigging activities based on skills and knowledge attained from training and previous experience.

Perform prior to use rigging tackle and hardware inspections.

Use hand signals to direct crane operators during lifting operations.

Calculate sling loads.

Calculate load weights using various methods.

Perform hoisting and rigging operations using vertical, bridle, choker, or basket hitches.

Perform rigging operations using tackle, knots, chokers, slings, wire rope, fiber rope, shackles, rings, wire rope clamps, eyebolts, hoist rings, turnbuckles, and hooks.

Design and erect scaffolding up to 30 feet in height.

Perform loading and tie down operations.

Inspect cribbing and shoring.

Be aware of critical lift criteria and critical lift requirements.

Perform rigging operations using jacks, rollers, and cribbing.

Perform overhead and gantry crane equipment rigging operations including traveling with a load.

Perform pendent controlled hoist/crane operations including traveling with a load.

Perform mobile crane rigging operations including use of load rating charts and traveling with a load. Properly secure a boom for windstorms or severe weather.

Perform load testing using load-indicating devices.

Inspect special hoisting and rigging equipment.

Perform administrative functions such as read and understand manuals and procedures.

Physical requirements may include being able to handle 50 pounds, climbing, bending, twisting, exposure to extreme temperatures, and wearing protective clothing/equipment.

Meet the physical requirements as listed in TM-90-7, section 4.2.2B.

Other administrative functions as needed to perform job.

Other duties as assigned by supervision.

Required Qualifications

* High school diploma, GED, or other equivalent State Credential
* Equivalencies to experience and education requirements will be considered

* Candidate must have completed ACT WorkKeys skill assessment and achieved minimum scores for Level 3 in Applied Math, Level 3 in Graphic Literacy, Level 4 in Workplace Documents and Level 2 in Workplace Observation.
Test scores must be within the last five years. Official transcripts must be provided to the company for consideration of employment.

* Documented Previous Rigging Experience.

We'd Also Like to See

* Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a "Q" Security Clearance.

* Must have prior rigging experience.

* Must be able to work rotating shifts.

Career Band

Operations and Technical Services

Career Band Description

* Roles in this band perform operational, craft or manual tasks according to established procedures and typically require vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience
* Performs operational, maintenance or manual tasks
* Typically requires vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience
* Performs tasks according to established procedures

Career Level Description

Entry level, and works in clearly defined methods and tasks under close supervision.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Clearance Required to Perform Job

Q

What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include: - Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options - Critical Illness and Accident Insurance - Employer paid life insurance with buy up options - Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability - 401(k) with Employer Match - Various wellness programs - Paid Time Off and Holidays - Discounts and other supplemental benefits SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day. Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to: Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer. Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources. Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence. Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace. Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Note:

SRNS is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at hrrecruiting@srs.gov.

Job Expires

18-Jun-2025