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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. u2022 Follow all Hanwha Philly Shipyard rules and regulations u2022 Selects cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, shackles, clamping devices, blocks, synthetic slings and sheaves, according to weight and size of load to be moved u2022 Must have knowledge of various size wire ropes breaking strengths u2022 Attaches pulley and blocks to fixed overhead structures such as beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms with bolts and clamps u2022 Attaches load with grappling devices such as loops, wires, ropes, and chains to crane hook u2022 Gives directions to Overhead Crane Operator or Hoisting Engineer engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and material handled u2022 Sets up, braces, and rigs hoisting equipment u2022 Use proper hand signals to signal crane operators and radio communication with crane operators u2022 Visually inspect all rigging gear such as wire rope, shackles synthetic slings, chain hoist, come-alongs, hooks, and all other rigging gear to insure that safety is always first u2022 Perform other related duties as required and assigned COMPETENCIES u2022 Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, with hand signals and by radio u2022 Thoroughness u2022 Flexibility u2022 Integrity u2022 Strategic thinking u2022 Willingness and ability to work as a team member SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTY This position has no supervisory responsibilities. WORK ENVIRONMENT Environmental exposures are similar to those found in most heavy industrial settings and may include noise, heat, cold, vibration, dust, fumes and smoke. Work may be carried on indoors or outdoors, and may involve exposure to inclement weather conditions. Hanwha Philly Shipyard is a TOBACCO FREE facility. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A range of motion sufficient to perform general lifting, carrying, bending, climbing, working at heights, extended walking or standing, etc. is required. Employment in this position is contingent upon passing the medical examination. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK This is an on-site, full-time, safety-sensitive position. Standard days and hours of work vary by department, days and hours determined by department schedules. PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPEREIENCE u2022 Minimum High School or GED Diploma u2022 Minimum 3 years structural steel rigging or erecting u2022 Fundamentals of rigging, basic working knowledge of crane and rigging gear u2022 High Reach Forklift experience u2022 Knowledge of the proper hand and radio signals for all cranes u2022 Knowledge of tying knots u2022 Knowledge of proper hand signals to signal crane operators and radio communication with crane operators u2022 Knowledge of how to visually inspect all rigging gear such as wire rope, shackles synthetic slings, chain hoist, come-alongs, hooks, and all other rigging gear to ensure that safety is always first u2022 Must have knowledge of various size wire ropesu2019 breaking strengths u2022 Some training may be available to keep educated on new OSHA or other safety guidelines and new industry developments OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time or without notice. Hanwha Philly Shipyard is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants. The recruitment, selection, employment and training of employees during employment, shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender or age-except that the applicant must meet the minimum age requirement. Hanwha Philly Shipyard does not, and will not, discriminate because of the disability of such individual.