Rigger-Industrial Machinery Mover

MEI Rigging & Crating•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

Set up, assemble, or disassemble job-specific rigging by selecting suitable gear and equipment based on the size, weight, dimensions, and movement area of machinery, tools, and equipment to be relocated or transported. Control, manipulate, fabricate, and repair rigging and support structures, communicating with operators and other workers using hand signals, flag signals, and/or verbal directions. When not performing rigging work, a Rigger may drive a commercial vehicle, perform maintenance or welding and fabrication, assist with warehouse activities, or carry out other necessary tasks. The role involves inspecting and handling rigging equipment, moving and securing heavy machinery, working around obstacles and other people, and using specialized equipment in narrow openings or confined spaces. It is physical, hands-on work that may take place at varying heights, outdoors, and in non-temperature-controlled environments. Advanced roles—including Rigger 3, Lead Rigger 1–4, and Rigging Foreman—include supervisory, employee-management, and mentoring responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred for general Rigger positions; required for advanced positions.
Able to take direction and closely follow instructions.
Able to visualize or predict job outcomes using deductive and inductive reasoning.
Able to use precision measuring tools and equipment, including hand, power, and pneumatic tools.
Able to read or use a tape measure, levels, calipers, and gauges, and use welding and cutting tools as necessary.
Able to correctly estimate the weight-bearing capacity of tools and equipment.
Able to read blueprints, schematics, or technical manuals as required.
Familiar with hand or flag signals, including their use and meaning.
Willing and able 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.
For advanced positions (Rigger 3; Lead Rigger 1, 2, 3, or 4; Rigging Foreman), three to five years of rigging or directly relatable experience.
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 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.
Able to perform physical activities involving considerable use of arms and legs and whole-body movement, including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials up to 50 pounds.
Able to work off the ground at varying heights and not be affected by moving machinery or parts.
Willing and able to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment and/or outdoors in all types of weather, including over uneven ground or terrain.
Able to work in a high-functioning team environment.
Demonstrate honesty, integrity, professionalism, pride in work, open communication, and a commitment to quality service and peak performance.

Nice To Haves

Higher education preferred for advanced Rigger positions.
Additional years of experience preferred for advanced Rigger positions.
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 or power tools to attach loads to rigging, support or prepare loads for movement, and secure machinery or equipment against movement.
Select rigging gear, such as cables, pulleys, vices, and winches, based on load weights and sizes, the work area, and job specifications.
Remain aware of obstacles, surrounding structures, barriers, objects, and the location of other people.
Signal or verbally communicate with workers engaged 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 chainfalls, gin poles, gallows frames, and other equipment.
Tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver them around obstacles using multi-point suspension techniques.
Install ground rigging for yarding lines using chokers and logs, and other tools as necessary.
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 such as forklifts, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts.
In advanced positions, supervise others, manage their time, and instruct, guide, or mentor them in safety protocols and standard rigging practices.
When not rigging, potentially drive a commercial vehicle, perform maintenance or welding and fabrication, assist with warehouse activities, or perform other necessary tasks.