This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment)

Join one of the Navy's largest Commands as a Civilian to Maximize Naval Shore Readiness and Strengthen our Team! We offer competitive benefits, retirement package, paid leave, and exciting opportunities!

If you are looking for a position as Rigger, you have come to the right place. Join our team to contribute to strengthen the Force Readiness of our Navy and protect our Nation!

You will be a Rigger at Submarine Base Groton, CT.

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SALARY (Commensurate Upon Experience):

WG-8: $25.23 - $29.44 Per Hour

WG-10: $26.84 - $31.39 Per Hour

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BENEFITS

• 401(k) 5% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Flextime
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

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DUTIES

• You will select and rig gear for hanging scaffolds and staging for various trades.
• You will estimate size and weights, equipment capacities, and plans for clearance and safety factors.
• You will maneuver, tilt, and control loads a necessary by means of attached lines and riggings

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You must demonstrate the following:

For the WG 10 Level: Ability to do the work of a Rigger without more than normal supervision performing the following:

1) Demonstrating skill and knowledge to perform planning, lay out, assembly and installation for rigging work;

2) Selecting and attaching various types and sizes of slings, wire rope, manila rope, chain, or shackles to safely make lifts;

3) Ensuring rigging work is performed in accordance with established standards and safety regulations; and

4) Selecting the proper tools and equipment to compete rigging work assignments

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For the WG 08 Level:

1) Demonstrating skill and knowledge to assist with planning, lay out, assembly and installation for rigging work;

2) Following instructions to select and attach various types and sizes of slings, wire rope, manila rope, chain, or shackles to safely make lifts; and

3) Ensuring work assignments are performed in accordance with established standards and safety regulations.

This position has a selective placement factor that will be used to screen out ineligible candidates. The selective placement factor is a valid Commercial Driver's License issued by the Motor Vehicle Department for equipment in excess of 26,001 pounds capacity .Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations (X-118C). Additional qualification information can be found at: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118c/tabindx.asp.

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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• U.S. CItizenship is required for Work Authorization.
• This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision
• You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing, etc...

The Department of Navy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.53 - $31.39 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Rigger: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Groton, CT: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person