Rigger - Machinery Mover

MEI Rigging & Crating LLC•Salisbury, MA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Rigger performs hands-on rigging, machinery moving, equipment handling, and related work at assigned job sites. The role sets up, assembles, and disassembles job-specific rigging, selecting gear and equipment based on load size, weight, dimensions, and the movement area so machinery, tools, and equipment can be safely secured for relocation or transportation. Riggers control, manipulate, fabricate, and repair rigging and support structures, and use hand, flag, and verbal signals to communicate with operators and other workers. When not rigging, the position may involve driving a commercial vehicle, maintenance or welding and fabrication, warehouse activities, or other tasks as needed. The position is based in Salisbury, Massachusetts. Relocation to Salisbury or the surrounding local area is required; eligible out-of-state candidates may receive a $5,000 relocation allowance. Typical hours are approximately 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., though schedules may vary with project and customer needs. Travel may be required, and per diem is provided for overnight stays outside the Salisbury area. MEI Industrial Solutions provides machinery moving services nationwide, including rigging, millwrighting, mechanical installation, commercial storage, crating, and export packing. The Salisbury team works on projects such as relocations, heavy equipment installations and removals, crane work, concrete work, millwrighting, transportation, and storage. The role requires a strong focus on job-site safety, teamwork, professionalism, and quality customer service. The posting also describes advanced requirements for certain classifications, including Rigger 3, Lead Rigger positions, and Rigging Foreman.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred for general Rigger positions.
Able to take direction and closely follow instructions.
Able to use deductive and inductive reasoning to visualize or predict job outcomes.
Able to use precision measuring equipment and hand, power, and pneumatic tools; able to use tape measures, levels, calipers, and gauges, and welding and cutting tools as necessary.
Able to estimate the weight-bearing capacity of tools and equipment correctly.
Able to read blueprints, schematics, or technical manuals as required.
Familiar with hand and flag signals and their meanings.
Willing to learn and follow safety requirements, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
Valid driver’s license; a CDL and/or endorsements may be required for certain positions.
Must be able to obtain a DOT medical card upon hire; the company will assist as needed.
Able to perform physically demanding work involving climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Able to work at varying heights, around moving machinery or parts, outdoors and in non-temperature-controlled environments, in all types of weather, and over uneven ground or terrain.
Able to work effectively in a team environment and demonstrate honesty, integrity, professionalism, open communication, and commitment to quality service.
For advanced positions (Rigger 3; Lead Rigger 1, 2, 3, or 4; Rigging Foreman): a high school diploma or equivalent is necessary; higher education is preferred.
For advanced positions: three to five years of rigging or directly related experience; additional experience is preferred for advanced Rigger positions.
For advanced positions: ability to supervise others and manage their time efficiently.
For advanced positions: knowledge of employee life-cycle processes, including hiring and firing, employee relations, or employment changes.
For advanced positions: advanced use of or knowledge of jack skating, leveling tools, and dollies.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent for general Rigger positions.
Higher education for advanced Rigger positions.
Additional years of rigging or directly relatable experience beyond the three-to-five-year range for advanced Rigger positions.
CDL and/or endorsements for positions where they may be required.

Responsibilities

Visually inspect and test rigging materials to ensure safety and reliability.
Align, level, and anchor machinery or equipment.
Use hand and power tools to attach loads to rigging for support or movement, and secure machinery or equipment to prevent movement.
Select appropriate rigging gear, including cables, pulleys, vices, and winches, based on load weights and sizes, the work area, and job specifications.
Remain aware of obstacles, structures, barriers, objects, and the location of other people.
Signal or verbally communicate with workers engaged in hoisting, suspending, and moving loads to help protect workers and materials.
Manipulate rigging lines, hoists, and pulling gear to move or support materials, heavy equipment, and machinery.
Move heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces using equipment such as chain falls, gin poles, and gallows frames.
Tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver around obstacles using multi-point suspension techniques.
Install ground rigging for yarding lines using chokers, logs, and other necessary tools.
Assist with fabricating, setting up, and repairing rigging, support structures, hoists, and pulling gear using hand and power tools.
Attach pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures such as beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms using bolts and clamps.
Dismantle, inspect, clean, organize, and store rigging equipment after use.
Operate or drive vehicles and mechanized equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts.
When not rigging, potentially perform commercial vehicle driving, maintenance or welding and fabrication, warehouse activities, or other assigned tasks.
For advanced positions, supervise others’ work, manage their time, and instruct, guide, or mentor them in safety protocols and rigging practices.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
Voluntary life and AD&D insurance
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
Employee discount program
Referral bonus program
Relocation allowance of $5,000 may be available to eligible out-of-state candidates
Per diem for overnight stays outside the Salisbury, Massachusetts area
Additional benefits