Foreman Rigging

Zachry Group•Roxboro, NC

About The Position

The Foreman Rigging specializes in lifting and moving extremely large or heavy objects. The role supervises and coordinates craft workers to ensure work is performed safely, correctly, and on time. The foreman uses technical installation requirements—including drawings, specifications, procedures, and codes—and follows direction from a supervisor. The position performs rigging and hoisting work, including selecting and handling rigging equipment, attaching loads and pulley systems, and directing crane operators or hoisting engineers. It also includes inspecting and repairing boiler systems and associated mechanical equipment, as well as other duties as assigned. The role is responsible for a crew of up to 5–15 craft workers, including journeymen, helpers, and laborers. The work involves substantial standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting, lifting, and use of arms and hands. Employees may need to lift and move up to 50 pounds, work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and occasionally work from platforms or scaffolding using appropriate fall protection. Work may take place in all weather conditions, while wearing required personal protective equipment. Zachry is dedicated to providing a safe and drug-free work environment and is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Experience in rigging.
Ability to obtain Zachry ETS signaling certification.
Experience using industrial hand tools and power tools.
Reliable transportation.
Organization and time-management skills.
Problem-solving ability.
Good aptitude and manual dexterity.
Good reading comprehension.
Ability to work with others as a team player, including good communication with coworkers and supervisors.
Commitment to Zachry values and safety rules and regulations.
Knowledge of crane signals, operating a torch, and operating a plasma cutter.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including lifting and moving up to 50 pounds, working at heights, and climbing ladders and stairways.
Ability to work in all weather conditions while wearing appropriate PPE.

Nice To Haves

Former Zachry employee.
Formal education, degree, or certificate in construction, technical, or trade school, such as NCCER certification or NCCCO certification in rigging.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate craft workers to ensure work is performed safely, correctly, and in a timely manner.
Use technical installation requirements for supervised work, including drawings, specifications, procedures, and codes.
Follow direction from a supervisor.
Load, transport, and unload rigging equipment, and assist in selecting cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks, and sheaves based on the load's weight and size.
Attach pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures, such as beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms, using bolts and clamps.
Attach loads to crane hooks using grappling devices such as loops, wires, ropes, and chains.
Direct crane operators or hoisting engineers moving loads to help ensure worker and material safety.
Inspect and repair boiler systems and associated mechanical equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Be responsible for a crew of up to 5–15 craft workers, including journeymen, helpers, and laborers.