Job Summary

You will serve as a RIGGER in the Lifting & Handling Department (Code 700), Rigging & Equipment Operations Division (Code 740), Rigging Branch (Code 741) of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD.

Job Description

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION Experience applying thorough knowledge of rigging principles and techniques to make difficult decisions relative to load stress and ability to move objects. Experience using complex multipoint suspension techniques to permit maneuvering over and around obstacles. Experience planning, laying out, assembling, repairing, and installing complex weight-handling gear and rigging systems. Experience reading, interpreting, and understanding specifications, procedures, diagrams, and sketches. Experience using working knowledge of submarines and/or surface ship systems, components, compartments, and tanks. Experience directing cranes and operating hoists, forklifts and/ or hand trucks to handle heavier material and equipment. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.