- Job Function :Operations / Manufacturing
- Salary :$26 CAD per hour - $28 CAD per hour

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Kratos is a leader in satellite and antenna communication solutions and services. We are a trusted partner-driven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves.

Kratos Antenna Solutions is looking for an experienced Rigger to support our Whitby/Ashburn testing site. This position will be required to perform all necessary antenna range rigging and mounting activities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

- Rig and mount prototype and/ or production antennas for testing
- Perform antenna adjustments such as L-Band and ESA sub- reflector adjustments while the antenna is mounted on the tower.
- Support Range Technician during development and production antenna measurements.
- Maintain range equipment and work area.
- Test rigging to ensure safety and reliability.
- Attach loads to rigging to provide support or prepare them for moving, using hand and power tools.
- Select gear such as cables, pulleys, and winches, according to load weights and sizes, facilities, and work schedules.
- Tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver over, under, and/or around obstacles, using multi-point suspension techniques.
- Manipulate rigging lines, hoists, and pulling gear to move or support materials such as heavy equipment, ships, or theatrical sets.
- Attach pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures such as beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms, using bolts and clamps.
- Dismantle and store rigging equipment after use.
- Forklift certification and ability to safety operate overhead cranes
- Other assigned work as required

Experience and Skills

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

- Completion of Secondary School diploma or equivalent work experience
- 2-3 years of experience in climbing/ rigging
- Ability to work comfortably and certified in working from heights
- Ability to work under minimum supervision




- Familiarity with various testing techniques would be an asset

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

- Office and/or manufacturing environment
- Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
- Ability to perform repetitive motion
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

10-25% - May be required between locations

JOB TYPE:

- Contract 3 Months
- Monday-Friday
- 7:00am-3:30pm

COMPENSATION:

- $ /HOUR
- Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holidays
- Education Reimbursement

At Kratos Antenna Solutions Corporation Inc., we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

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