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Portsmouth,VA

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Containment/Rigging

Main Industries

Hampton, VA 23661

~ 29 min OnsiteUrgently HiringPaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Paid Time off
Full Benefit Package
401(k)
Full-time
Full-time
No overtime is guaranteed, but some projects do require overtime. This could be more than 40 hours during the normal Monday Friday work week, work on the weekends or both. Some projects do have a night shift.
You will be expected to be at work on all days/nights assigned.
Shipyard/marine experience
Knowledgeable with JLG style man-lifts.
System Scaffold or Marine Hanging Scaffold experience
3 years
Must be at least 18 years' old
Experience working in a physically demanding environment, confined spaces and working at heights
Must be able to lift 70 lbs. without assistance
Must be able to climb and work at elevated heights, 50+ feet
All candidates must submit to drug testing
E-Verification of their right to work in the US
A criminal background check may be required
Reliable transportation a must
Forklift training/certification a plus
Current TWIC badge a plus
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RIGGER

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY HEADQUARTERS

Portsmouth, VA 23703

OnsiteUrgently Hiring

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized.
This position may be subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements.
Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required.
Must be a US Citizen.
Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
You may be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test.
You may be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
You may be required to participate in medical surveillance programs.
You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying.
Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible.
Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations.
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Shipyard Scheduler Planner (Job ID: 1441)

COLONNA'S SHIPYARD

Norfolk, VA 23503

~ 13 min OnsiteUrgently HiringFlexible ScheduleHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Pay Range: $67,700 - $85,500
Medical/dental/vision options
Company paid disability insurances
401k with match
Legal services
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO)
Will often require hours beyond a standard work week with flexible schedule availability to support production/operations.
Must have a HS Diploma or equivalent
At least ten (10) years of experience in planning, scheduling and/or production efforts
Must have experience in computerized planning and resourcing
Experience with scheduling and manpower/resource loading
Strong PC skills to include Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), and Microsoft Project or similar scheduling software
Full understanding of NAVSEA Standard Items 009-60, 009-111, 009-68
Must be able to obtain base or shipyard access, if required
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
Able to sit and work on a computer for long periods of time.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Safe navigation and regular partnership with operations teams within shipyard/industrial environments
Experience with Deltek Costpoint preferred.
Familiarity with vendor networks in the Hampton Roads area is preferred.
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Rigging 2

M.C. Dean

Portsmouth, VA

$32/hr
OnsiteUrgently HiringEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

USD $32.00 - USD $32.00 /Hr.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
401k Retirement Plan
Military Reserve pay offset
Paid maternity leave
Minimum of high school diploma or GED with 4 years of experience, or combination of equivalent experience and training.
Current CCO Signalperson (SGP) certification.
Current CCO RIG-I and RIG-II certifications.
Documented employer practical qualification for assigned rigging duties.
Forklift or telehandler, aerial lift or MEWP, chain-hoist, jacking, skating, and project- or site-specific qualifications when assigned.
Working knowledge of applicable company procedures, manufacturer requirements, lift plans, and regulatory requirements for assigned work.
The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to [50 pounds] on a regular basis.
Relocates a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders.
Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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Rigging Helper

M.C. Dean

Portsmouth, VA

$24/hr
OnsiteUrgently HiringEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

A competitive salary
USD $24.00 - USD $24.00 /Hr.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
401k Retirement Plan
Military Reserve pay offset
Paid maternity leave
Minimum of high school diploma or GED with no prior experience required, or combination of equivalent experience and training.
Ability to work outdoors, at heights, around moving equipment, and in physically demanding field conditions.
Documented employer practical qualification for assigned rigging duties.
Forklift or telehandler, aerial lift or MEWP, and project- or site-specific qualifications when assigned.
The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to [50 pounds] on a regular basis.
Relocates a 12 foot stepladder without assistance.
Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders.
Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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Rigger

Tidewater Staffing

Norfolk, VA 23503

~ 13 min OnsiteUrgently Hiring

Thorough knowledge of shackles, natural, synthetic and wire ropes, steamboat jacks, hydraulic jacks, turnbuckles, rollers, chainfalls, clamps, swivels, crane signals, shipboard nomenclature, forklifts and aerial lifts.
Knowledge of OSHA standards.
Knowledge of shackles, chainfalls, natural, synthetic and wire ropes, turnbuckles, rollers, clamps and crane signals.
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Lead Mechanic - Rigger (2nd Shift) - Steel America (Job ID: 1494)

COLONNA'S SHIPYARD

Norfolk, VA 23503

Requires TravelUrgently HiringFlexible ScheduleHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Pay Range: $28.46 - $35.99
Medical/dental/vision options
Company paid disability insurances
401k with match
Legal services
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO)
A 401k retirement program with match
Paid holidays
Competitive paid time off (PTO)
Will often require hours beyond a standard work week with flexible schedule availability to support production/operations.
This is a 2nd Shift position.
2nd Shift
Frequent Travel; 50% or less.
Bachelors or Registered Apprentice (grad) or HS + 5 years related trade experience (in the trade to be supervised)
Must have experience in one or more of the following required: operation of overhead cranes, operation of mobile cranes, and/or operations of heavy mobile equipment (ie. forklifts, combilifts, telescope handlers, electric boat trailers, shipyard transporters, and hustlers).
Must have experience with crane signal skills, safe rigging practices, setting gangways and platforms, staging erection inspections, ships mooring, material handling, calculating center of gravity, wire size and application, nylon size and application, shackle size and application, chain size and application, chain falls and application, beam clamp type and size, antenna removal and installation, deck machinery and installation, plate and structure installation, cranes/Davits/booms install, fendering removal and installation, hatch and door removal and installation, towing bridles removal and installation, cargo valves, hoses removal and installation, and cargo handling equipment.
Must possess working knowledge of weight testing IAW specified Tech manuals for equipment such as Cranes, Davits, Winches, Anchors, and anchor chains, etc... within safety guidelines.
Regular, reliable attendance
U.S. Citizenship Required.
Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 20 lbs.
Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces, including enter and moving through manholes.
Employee is required to operate trucks, forklifts & man-lifts.
While performing the duties of this job, you may frequently be required to stand, walk & sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, squat, kneel, twist and crawl.
Work in extreme temperatures and conditions. At times you will work in areas that have less adequate ventilation
Frequent use of respirator.
Some previous supervisory/mentoring experience (such as make-up supervisor)
Experience performing successful crane and rigging operations within a shipyard environment highly preferred.
Prefer knowledge and experience with underwater hull rigging of shafting, propellers, rudders, etc.
Ability to obtain DBIDS preferred.
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Fire Preventers & Shipyard Helpers

Tidewater Staffing

Norfolk, VA 23503

$24/hr
~ 13 min OnsiteUrgently Hiring

$23–$24 per hour
$23–$24/hour
We support our shipyard workforce with ongoing training, safety requirements, certifications, and access credentials
Secret Clearance OR qualifying shipyard badge required
Ability to work safely in an active shipyard environment
Reliable transportation and dependable attendance
Ability to follow safety procedures
Red badge holders are highly encouraged to apply
Green badge holders may also qualify for available opportunities
Previous shipyard, military, industrial, construction, or general labor experience is a plus
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Ship Fitter

QED Systems

Virginia Beach, VA 23464

$22-$32/hr
~ 26 min OnsiteUrgently Hiring

$22-$32 Hourly
Must be able to read blueprints and diagrams in order to fabricate metal parts, such as hulls, bulkheads, and frames, and they also mark reference lines on parts and lay out positions for future welding and riveting of parts
Align parts in relation to each other using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, mauls, and clips
Have an in-depth understanding of doors, hatches, brackets, and clips and be able to install them onto ships, and the molding of nonstandard parts for fabrication is also necessary
Must be proficient in the fabrication of parts, as well as welding and riveting
Moderate physical ability is necessary to lift at least fifty pounds
Interpret blueprints to lay out parts, mark them, align, and assemble
U.S. citizenship required
Must meet and maintain eligibility for U.S. Secret Clearance
Be able to access military facilities, naval shipyards, and private shipyards
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Fire Watch/Tank Watch Laborers (Active Secret Clearance Required)

Global, a 1st Flagship Company

Norfolk, VA 23503

~ 13 min OnsiteUrgently Hiring

Fire Watch/Tank Watch Laborers (Active Secret Clearance Required)
Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for up to 8 hours at a time including walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, and prolonged periods of sitting.
Willingness and ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
US Citizenship and an Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required.
Prior experience in a shipyard, industrial, or military environment is preferred.
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