Rigger – Skilled
- Locations:
- Groton, CT, US
About General Dynamics
General Dynamics is organized into four business groups: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems and Technologies.
We have a balanced business model which gives each business unit the flexibility to stay agile and maintain an intimate understanding of customer requirements.
Each business unit is responsible for the execution of its strategy and operational performance. Our corporate leaders set the overall strategy of the business and manage allocation of capital. This unique model keeps us focused on what matters — delivering on our promises to customers through relentless improvement, continued growth, boosting return on invested capital and disciplined capital deployment.
Responsibilities for this Position
Rigger - Skilled
US-CT-Groton
Job ID: 2025-14864
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 10
Category: Manufacturing Support/Trades
EB Groton Shipyard
Overview
Candidates for Rigger will be trained in the following requirements:
- Selection and use of wire rope, chain and synthetic web slings, rigging hardware, and lifting devices
- Interpretation of rated charts for rigging gear
- Safe rigging practices and procedures
- Hand and radio communications and the responsibilities of the Rigger in Charge
- Determination of weight and center of gravity of loads
- Selection and use of hoists, chain falls and come-alongs
- Lifting and Handling gear inspection
Using the above acquired skills the rigger will be expected to support the following shipbuilding processes:
- Support the assembly and disassembly of machinery and equipment on and off the ships
- Responsible for lifting, moving and positioning ships and shipyard machinery, equipment, structural parts and other heavy loads
- Rig nuclear components
- Working under radiological controls (obtain and work with a TLD). Provide emergency response to fires and accidents
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401K Plan
- Paid Vacation and holidays
- Shift Premium
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Commuter/Rideshare Van Services
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
- Hourly Rates from $31.61 - $41.14
Qualifications
Required:
- High School Diploma or GED or 2+ years relevant technical experience
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- Candidates must be available for any shift.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous rigging experience
- High School Diploma or GED
- Successful completion of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative Training Program
- Candidates must be able to read and understand shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, etc.
- Candidates must be able to work all shifts, perform high work.
- Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
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