NEWPORT NEWS, VAPosted a month ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.

• Job overview

  The Rigger position involves skilled rigging operations to safely move heavy materials, impacting the efficiency and safety of projects at the company.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The Rigger will assist with scaffolding erection, fabricate and repair rigging gear on ships, move heavy loads, rig scaffolds, and select appropriate gear for load distribution.

• Compensation and benefits

  The pay rate is $20-$25 per hour with a day shift schedule; no additional benefits are mentioned.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates need a minimum of 4 years of rigging or related experience and must provide and maintain their own toolbox with specific tools.

• Job location and travel

  The job is located in Newport News, VA, with a day shift schedule.

• Application process

  Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly to advance their careers, but no specific application steps are detailed.

• Unique job features

  The role requires employee-provided tools and involves working in confined spaces and handling heavy loads with specialized rigging techniques.

Company overview

TapTalent.ai is an AI-powered talent ecosystem that streamlines the recruitment process through automated multi-channel outreach and talent discovery. The company, backed by Iterative Capital and Salesforce Startup Programme, offers tools for effortless talent outreach, including auto-enrichment of contact details and integration with company databases. Founded by Dhruv Bhagat and Shubham Kumar, TapTalent.ai operates out of Singapore and employs 100-200 people. It is a product of Consultagora Solutions Pvt. Ltd. and focuses on enhancing hiring efficiency for modern recruiters.

How to land this job

• Position your resume to highlight at least 4 years of rigging experience, emphasizing your expertise in rigging operations, equipment handling, and safety protocols relevant to heavy material movement.

• Focus on detailing your skills in fabricating, installing, and repairing rigging gear, as well as your ability to rig scaffolds and stages and manage heavy loads in confined spaces.

• Apply through multiple channels including TapTalent.ai's official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility for the Rigger position.

• Connect on LinkedIn with current employees or managers in the rigging or operations division at TapTalent.ai; use ice breakers such as asking about recent projects involving rigging challenges or expressing enthusiasm about the company’s focus on safe heavy load movement.

• Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'rigging operations', 'scaffolding', 'equipment handling', 'heavy loads', and specific tools such as 'crescent wrench' and 'marlin spike' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.

• Utilize Jennie Johnson's Power Apply feature to automate applying through multiple platforms, tailor your resume with relevant keywords, and identify LinkedIn connections to network with, allowing you to focus your time on preparing for interviews and follow-ups.