Rigger - Machinery Mover

70410376-3018-4e61-a9e7-d6794946516c•Salisbury, MA

20h

About The Position

The Rigger performs hands-on rigging, machinery moving, equipment handling, and related work at assigned job sites. The position sets up, assembles, and disassembles job-specific rigging; selects appropriate gear based on load size, weight, dimensions, and movement area; and safely secures machinery, tools, and equipment for relocation or transportation. The work may involve controlling, manipulating, fabricating, and repairing rigging and support structures, and communicating with equipment operators and coworkers through hand, flag, or verbal signals. When not rigging, the employee may drive a commercial vehicle, perform maintenance or welding and fabrication functions, assist with warehouse activities, or perform other tasks as needed. The role 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 according to project and customer needs. Travel may be required, and per diem is provided when staying overnight outside the Salisbury area. MEI Industrial Solutions provides machinery moving services nationwide, including rigging, millwrighting, mechanical installation, commercial storage, crating, and export packing. Salisbury projects may include relocations, heavy equipment installations and removals, crane work, concrete work, millwrighting, transportation, and storage. The work serves customers in industries including Aerospace and Defense, Healthcare and Pharma, Semiconductor, Food and Beverage, and General Manufacturing. This is physically demanding, hands-on work involving climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, handling materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and working at varying heights. The employee must be able to work around moving machinery and in non-temperature-controlled environments or outdoors in all types of weather, including on uneven ground or terrain. The role requires a strong focus on safety, teamwork, honesty, integrity, professionalism, communication, and quality service.

Requirements

Ability to take direction and closely follow instructions.
Ability to use deductive and inductive reasoning to visualize or predict job outcomes.
Ability to use precision measuring equipment and hand, power, and pneumatic tools; read or use a tape measure, levels, calipers, and gauges; and use welding and cutting tools as necessary.
Ability to correctly estimate the weight-bearing capacity of tools and equipment.
Ability to read blueprints, schematics, or technical manuals as required.
Familiarity with hand and flag signals, including their use and meaning.
Willingness to learn and follow safety requirements, including correct 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.
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work off the ground at varying heights and around moving machinery or parts.
Willingness and ability to work in non-temperature-controlled environments and/or outdoors in all types of weather, including over uneven ground or terrain.
Ability to work effectively in a team and demonstrate honesty, integrity, professionalism, communication, and attention to safety.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred for the general Rigger position.
For advanced positions, higher education is preferred.
For advanced positions (Rigger 3; Lead Rigger 1, 2, 3, or 4; Rigging Foreman), three to five years of rigging or directly related experience is required; additional years of experience are preferred.
For advanced positions, ability to supervise others’ work 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 in jack skating, leveling tools, dollies, and similar equipment.
For advanced positions, ability to instruct, guide, and/or mentor others in safety protocol and standard rigging practices.
CDL and/or endorsements may be required for certain positions.

Responsibilities

Visually inspect and test rigging materials for safety and reliability.
Align, level, and anchor machinery or equipment.
Use hand and power tools to attach loads to rigging, support loads, prepare them for movement, or prevent machinery and equipment from moving.
Select cables, pulleys, vices, winches, and other gear based on load weights and sizes, work area, and job specifications.
Remain aware of obstacles, structures, barriers, objects, and the location of other people.
Signal or verbally communicate with workers involved in hoisting, suspending, and moving loads to protect workers and materials.
Manipulate rigging lines, hoists, and pulling gear to move or support materials, heavy equipment, and machinery.
Control heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces using chain falls, gin poles, gallows frames, and other equipment.
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, supporting 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, including forklifts, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts.
When not rigging, as needed, drive a commercial vehicle, perform maintenance or welding and fabrication functions, assist in warehouse activities, or perform other tasks.
Follow safety requirements, use personal protective equipment correctly, and contribute to a high-functioning team and quality customer service.