Crane Operator / Rigger - Diego Garcia

About the role

Amentum is seeking a Crane Operator / Rigger to support a US Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia. The Crane Rigger assists with inspections and configuring cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks, shackles and sheaves according to the weight and size of the load to be moved. The position is remote and overseas.

Key responsibilities

• Move materials and the mobile crane to various locations safely and appropriately.
• Perform inspections and operator-level maintenance on crane and rigging components.
• Select and configure cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks, shackles and sheaves according to the weight and size of the load.
• Work closely with the customer on material movements.
• Perform site surveys, task analysis and operator-level maintenance on assigned crane and rigging components.
• Perform lift calculations using analytical skills.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• At least one year of experience as a crane rigger.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional experience or education may be required by contract or assignment.
• Ability to read, speak and comprehend English to the extent needed for the contract and emergency procedures.
• Valid passport for at least one year at the time of hiring and ability to obtain the required country-specific visa.
• Ability to pass contract medical requirements and meet medical, security and deployment requirements for a remote overseas location.
• Physical demands include prolonged sitting, standing and walking, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally; exposure to heat, humidity, noise, dust and uneven terrain; possible evening, weekend and holiday work.

Required skills

• Selection and configuration of rigging equipment according to load weight and size.
• Lift calculations.
• Operator-level maintenance of crane and rigging components.