Swing Stage Rigger/leadhand - Port Coquitlam, Canada - Northstar Access
Description
Northstar Access has been a trusted provider of scaffolding, shoring, swing stages, and other access solutions in Canada for over 50 years.
Northstar's customers depend on them for high-quality products, exceptional installation services, industry-leading experience, and a dedicated focus on safety.Since 2012, Northstar has expanded from its original location in Southern Ontario, and now operates from 5 branches across Ontario, Manitoba, and British Columbia, employing more than 250 experienced professionals.
All Swing Stage Riggers are required to join our labour partners ( Union).We are currently hiring a
Swing Stage Rigger/Leadhand in
Vancouver, BC.
- This position is responsible for leading a team to install, relocate, and dismantle swing stages while being highly focused on safety and attention to detail.
Swing Stage Rigger Responsibilities:
- Lead a crew of 34 team members for the installation, relocation, and dismantling of swing stages
- Create equipment lists for swing stage setups and track equipment/inventory used on job sites
- Perform swing stage inspections to ensure structures have not been compromised
- Responsible for anchoring off with fall arrest systems and following protocols to remove the
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety by adhering to safe work practices and the Northstar
- Follow applicable Contractor's Safety Procedures, OH&S, and Provincial Safety requirements are
- Use and clean tools required on the worksite and assist with equipment maintenance and repairs
- Mentor all skill level apprentices with planning and executing work on the job sites; as well as
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:
- 3+ years experience rigging and inspecting swing stage installations
- 3 years experience as a crew lead or foreman
- Up to date, user, and installer
suspended work platform certification - G class license with a clean driver's abstract
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Familiarity with Tractel Tirak 501's or Power Climber PC3 Hoists considered an asset
- Familiarity with maintaining suspended work platform components including platforms, hoists, electrical components an asset
- Uptodate with regulation requirements regarding suspended work platform systems
- Reliable means of transportation
- Mechanical and logical reasoning abilities
- Knowledge of fall arrest and fall protection practices coupled with the physical dexterity and capability of working at heights
- Ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures
- Capable of carrying objects weighing up to 50lbs and occasionally up to 100lbs
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to follow safety protocols and wear required personal protective equipment
- Collaborate and effectively lead crew members and other trades while working on job sites
- Ability to take initiative and work with mÃnimal supervision under tight time constraints
You'll love working at Northstar Access because:
The People. You will be surrounded by some of the most talented, smart, supportive, and passionate teams - people you can be proud to work with.
The Business. Northstar Access Inc is an industry leader in access solutions in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia.
Management & Ownership. Northstar's ownership and management team are long-term focused. We are focused on making the right long-term decisions for the business and bringing in values-orientated individuals who can grow with the company over the long term. Being privately-owned and Canadian focused, we are not focused on quarterly financial results or short-term objectives.
Northstar Access is an equal opportunity employer. We value and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
- We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls or agency, please_
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