Certified Rigger

Summary of Primary Functions: Our Certified Rigger is responsible for preparing, securing, and moving heavy loads using rigging equipment such as cables, pulleys, and winches. This role is essential to ensuring the safety, efficiency, and success of lifting operations on-site.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

All employees are required to follow all Safety and Quality rules and processes to ensure a safe working environment, and the production of high-quality products. Duties and responsibilities for our Certified Rigger includes, but is not limited to:

• Rigging and Lifting Operations.
• Inspect rigging equipment and hardware to ensure safety and functionality.
• Select, set up, and secure rigging equipment according to load requirements and specifications.
• Safely attach and detach loads to lifting devices such as cranes, hoists, and forklifts.
• Conduct pre-lift and post-lift inspections to identify and address any safety hazards.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, company policies, and OSHA standards.
• Collaborate with site supervisors and crane operators to establish safe lifting plans.
• Load Calculations and Setup.
• Calculate weight, size, and center of gravity of loads to determine appropriate rigging methods.
• Plan and execute safe load movements, considering environmental factors and load constraints.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on rigging tools and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment inspections and certifications.
• Work closely with crane operators, site supervisors, and other team members to coordinate lifting activities.
• Provide clear hand signals and/or radio communication during lifting operations.

Job Specifications or Qualifications

Education : High School Diploma preferred but not required.

Certifications: 15-hour Construction OSHA preferred. Must hold a valid rigging certification from a recognized authority (e.g., NCCCO, OSHA-compliant certification).

Experience :

• Minimum5+years of experience as a rigger in a construction and /or industrial settings.

Key Competencies:

• Knowledge: Strong understanding of rigging techniques, load calculations, and safety standards.
• Physical Fitness: Ability to lift heavy objects, work at heights, and endure prolonged periods of physical activity.
• Proficiency in using rigging tools and equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with heavy equipment operations or crane signaling.
• Familiarity with specialized rigging software or tools.
• Additional certifications in crane operations or safety management.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continually required to sit, use hands, talk, and hear; will also be required to stand, walk; continually required to drive, climb, stoop/kneel. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; occasionally 75 pounds or more with assistance.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is a traveling outdoor position and will continually face adverse working conditions in the field and will be exposed to dirt, noise, fumes, heat, cold, etc.

Travel Required : 100%

This job description is not a contract of employment. Employment with Beck & Pollitzer, USA is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. If you require assistance or accommodation to complete a job application, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected] or by calling (864) 574-6551.