Rigger III
Company: Oceaneering
Job Ref: # 6680549
Date Posted: 2/27/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Chesapeake, VA
Salary: $28 - $32
Description
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Job Title: Rigger III
Location: Chesapeake, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
What You’ll Do
- Perform rigging operations independently with minimal oversight.
- Inspect, set up, maintain, and operate rigging equipment and hand tools.
- Select appropriate rigging equipment based on load weight, size, safety factors, and clearance requirements.
- Align, level, lift, maneuver, and position loads using multi-point lifting techniques, including work in confined spaces.
- Coordinate lifting activities with on-site supervision and direct assisting personnel as needed.
- Install fixtures, jigs, supports, and alignment targets.
- Support installation, modification, and repair activities as part of a multi-trade team.
- Perform other related tasks as assigned.
- This role does not include supervisory responsibilities.
- Reports to the Project Manager or designated Project Supervisor.
Must-Have Skills and Experience
- High school diploma or GED with formal rigging apprenticeship and/or relevant military or civilian rigging experience in a repair or shipyard environment.
- Ability to obtain government installation access.
- Successful completion of required knowledge and practical skills assessments.
- Qualifications in overhead crane operation, forklift operation, and applicable safety certifications.
- Ability to obtain a Confidential or Secret security clearance.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Prior experience with multi-point lifting techniques in confined spaces.
- Familiarity with industrial shop environments and heavy equipment maintenance.
Who You Are
- Safety-conscious with strong attention to detail.
- Flexible and adaptable to varying work conditions, travel, and overtime.
- Collaborative team player who can take direction and lead rigging operations as needed.
Additional Details
- Primarily indoor industrial shop environment with exposure to moving/vibrating equipment, high noise levels, temperature extremes, dust, fumes, bright lighting, and occasional sparks/flames.
- Non-climate-controlled environments and close physical proximity to other personnel.
- Occasional: Lift 20–50 lbs, work in confined spaces, crawl, kneel, or work in prone positions, perform repetitive arm/hand movements, distinguish color differences, wear required protective equipment.
- Frequent: Lift 10–25 lbs, climb ladders/stairs, stand, balance, stoop, squat, reach, carry materials, work with arms overhead, operate motor vehicles.
- Constant: Lift up to 10 lbs, wear protective equipment for body, vision, and hearing.
















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