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Overview

The Piledriver is knowledgeable in heavy rigging, and preferably has basic to advanced rigging (per NCCER). Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or a construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

Erect and dismantle lattice boom cranes
Interpret hand signals in order to direct cranes for pile driving activities
Read prints and take measurements to assist in laying out
Plumb piles with levels
Assist other craft workers as needed

Qualifications

Physical

Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.
Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs
Hand/eye coordination
Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work
Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work
May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types
Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting
Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
May be required to work in confined spaces
Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)

Mental

Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision
Reading and writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy
Ability to use math/complete calculations
Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
Decision making skills necessary
Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details

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