Rigger Journeyman Nbb

Overview

NBBB has been building boats on beautiful Whidbey Island since 1964. We are in Freeland, WA where we produce state-of-the-art vessels, including tugs, ferries, cruise liners, fishing vessels, barges, dinner boats, along with many other sophisticated ships. Just an hour away from the yard is the thriving Seattle metropolitan area. We build an astonishing variety of vessels. We lead in adopting innovative marine technology to serve our customers' needs.

We are seeking a Rigger Journeyman who will prepare materials for transport by crane or forklift, determine rigging selection, ensure proper maintenance and rotation of rigging, and provide operators with proper hand signals and tag line assistance during lifts.

• Work with Crane Operator to choose and attach lifting apparatus to material for transportation by crane or forklift.
• Provide hand or radio signals to crane operator to ensure the safe movement of materials during crane lifts.
• Understand lift dynamics and various lift configurations for slings, straps, cable, chain, bracket, and plate clamps.
• Display working knowledge of shackles, straps, cables, braces, brackets and other rigging tools lift capacities, required maintenance, and safety checks.
• Safely operate forklifts up to 18 tons to transport materials to various departments and deliver needed materials to employees.
• Control taglines for small and large lifts following directions of the Operator in charge.
• Assist in stabilizing materials and vessels after transport with cribbing under the direction of the Operator in charge or Launch Crew Supervisor.
• Use various hand and power tools in daily operations to assist in preparation of materials for transport or general clean up after transport.
• Work as a member of a team demonstrating skills to effectively communicate, adapt, interpret and problem solve.
• Always embrace safety culture and practice safe shipyard work practices and housekeeping.
• Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with fellow crew members and supervision.
• Share your knowledge in the trade with other employees, especially those in learning or apprentice roles.
• Other tasks as needed that may arise in our exciting work environment.

What You Bring to Our Team

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Experience operating forklifts
• Ability to communicate in English
• Knowledge of Crane Hand Signals
• Ability to Control Taglines for Large and Small Lifts
• Ability to understand and apply basic mathematics
• Experience working around heavy machinery
• Good verbal communication skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass company pre-employment screens in background check, drug test, and physical skills test

• 3+ Years experience rigging
• Experience and knowledge of rigging and its application in the Shipbuilding and Repair industry
• Experience and knowledge of Critical Lift Planning
• Interest in and aptitude for taking on future crew leadership roles

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Group Life Insurance with Optional supplemental life and disability insurance programs
• Paid time off
• 9 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Culture of Learning with State-Certified Apprenticeship Programs

Nichols Bros. Boat Builders is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, political affiliation, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability.

Nichols Bros. Boat Builders is a drug free workplace, and all applicants are subject to a pre-employment drug test.