Job Description
The Department of the Navy is hiring a Rigger Leader to give technical trade leadership to minor perform groups at naval shipyards and maintenance facilities. This role is critical for securing secure and streamlined rigging operations that support fleet readiness.
As a Rigger Leader, you’ll lead a staff of riggers, assign jobs, and confirm materials and equipment are open and in protected operating condition.
You’ll instruct subordinates on odd work moves and safety procedures, and recommend duty assignments located on crew skills. This role is ideal for experienced riggers who have demonstrated supervisory capacity and desire to register their expertise in a federal environment.
The function involves physical labor, use of personal protective equipment, and potential exposure to hazardous conditions. Positions are available at multiple locations such as San Diego, CA; Pearl Harbor, HI; Portsmouth, ME; Philadelphia, PA; Portsmouth, VA; and various Washington state sites.
Candidates will only be considered for positions within their own UIC.
Salary & Compensation
Estimated market pay: $95,000 - $175,000 per year.
Qualification
This role needs demonstrated aptitude to lead or oversee, which is the screen-out element. You must show through experience and training that they possess the quality level of expertise and competence needed to perform the responsibilities at the WL-9/10 level.
- Capacity to lead or supervise a modest operate set (screen-out element).
- Background in rigging operations, including understanding of rigging techniques, equipment, and safety procedures.
- Aptitude to interpret blueprints, diagrams, and technical orders related to rigging.
- Expertise in using rigging tools and equipment such as cranes, hoists, slings, and shackles.
- Insight of safety regulations and practices applicable to rigging and material handling.
- Capacity to instruct and train subordinates on perform approaches and safety.
- Physical aptitude to perform strenuous function, covering climbing, lifting, and working at heights.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and fit to obtain a security clearance.
Role Responsibilities
Provide technical trade leadership to a compact functioning cluster of riggers.
- Make sure essential materials are available and tools/equipment are in safe operational condition.
- Propose precise job assignments for each participant of the operate crew.
- Instruct subordinates on rare perform phases or needs, such as secure equipment operation.
- Monitor function progress and guarantee compliance with safety regulations and standard standards.
- Organize with other trades and supervisors to wrap up projects on schedule.
- Keep up records of work performed and report any problems to higher-level supervisors.
How to Apply
Go to USAJOBS.gov and search for announcement number 847982000 or 'Rigger Leader'.
- With your USAJOBS/Login.gov account. If you don't have one, produce an account.
- Prepare a federal resume (max 2 pages) that covers employer names, dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week if less than full-time, and settle plan/series/grade for federal know-how. Employ the USAJOBS Resume Builder for best outcomes.
- Complete the online assessment questionnaire and upload needed documents (resume, transcripts if suitable, DD-214 for veterans, etc.).
- Hand in your finalize submission package by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on October 13,
- Overdue submissions won’t be considered.
Additional Information
Pay variety: $28.59
- $50.37 per hour (WL-9/10).
- This is a full-time role with potential for overtime, night differential, and uncommon tours covering weekends and holidays.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and pass a pre-appointment physical examination and drug test.
- Security clearance called for; failure to obtain may effect in removal.
- May be subject to random drug testing and medical surveillance.
- Operate may involve exposure to hazardous materials, high noise levels, and apply of personal protective equipment.
- Travel may require to CONUS and OCONUS locations, such as remote sites.
About Company
The Department of the Navy is a branch of the U.S. Department of Defense responsible for naval operations and keeping up the fleet. It employs a sizable civilian workforce that backs shipbuilding, maintenance, and logistics at naval shipyards and facilities worldwide. This Rigger Leader post is piece of the Navy's industrial operations, making sure that rigging duties are performed safely and efficiently to retain ships mission-ready. This role right away assists the Navy's readiness aims.