About This Career Path
Set up or repair rigging for construction projects, manufacturing plants, logging yards, ships and shipyards, or for the entertainment industry.
A Day In The Life
Construction & Architecture Industry
Salary Breakdown
Riggers
Average
$52,710
ANNUAL
$25.34
HOURLY
Entry Level
$29,120
ANNUAL
$14.00
HOURLY
Mid Level
$47,290
ANNUAL
$22.73
HOURLY
Expert Level
$78,840
ANNUAL
$37.91
HOURLY
Current Available & Projected Jobs
Riggers
Sample Career Roadmap
Riggers
Supporting Certifications
Central Arizona College
Top Expected Tasks
Riggers
01
Test rigging to ensure safety and reliability.
02
Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials.
03
Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces, using chainfalls, gin poles, gallows frames, and other equipment.
04
Tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver over, under, or around obstacles, using multi-point suspension techniques.
05
Select gear, such as cables, pulleys, and winches, according to load weights and sizes, facilities, and work schedules.
06
Dismantle and store rigging equipment after use.
07
Attach loads to rigging to provide support or prepare them for moving, using hand and power tools.
08
Manipulate rigging lines, hoists, and pulling gear to move or support materials, such as heavy equipment, ships, or theatrical sets.
09
Align, level, and anchor machinery.
10
Install ground rigging for yarding lines, attaching chokers to logs and to the lines.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Riggers
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Mechanical
KNOWLEDGE
Public Safety and Security
KNOWLEDGE
Production and Processing
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
SKILL
Operation and Control
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Coordination
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Monitoring
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Control Precision
ABILITY
Depth Perception
ABILITY
Multilimb Coordination
ABILITY
Near Vision
Job Opportunities
Riggers
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Crane Operator / Rigger / Oiler (Bridge/ Structural Steel Fabrication) - COOLIDGE
Steel Girder, LLC Coolidge, AZ 85128Posted 20 daysStinger Bridge & Iron, an AISC certified structural steel fabricator and PCI certified precast concrete girder fabricator and erection contractor. Stinger focuses primarily on the Southwestern Bridge and Highway market, specializing in bridge projects. Stinger fabricates in its Coolidge, Arizona facility located south of the Phoenix/Chandler/Gilbert area and erects work in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas and Colorado. For additional information about our company visit our website at www.stingerbridgeandiron.com
POSITION SCOPE
Currently is seeking Crane Operators, Riggers and Oilers to perform set up, operation, rigging and support for its fleet of gantry cranes and Hydraulic All Terrain Truck cranes. This is a safety sensitive position.
BACKGROUND
Experience with Steel and precast erection a plus. CCO certification a plus. CDL license is a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to move shop equipment and material throughout the shop. Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
Applications may be filled out at www.stingerbridgeandiron.com.
Stinger Bridge & Iron is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an Equal Opportunity Employer of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.
Pre-employment physical and drug testing are required.
If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact HR to request it. This is only to request an accommodation to the application process and is not an email to inquire about your application status.
Employment TypeFull Time
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Crane Operator / Rigger / Oiler (Bridge/ Structural Steel Fabrication)
Steel Girder, LLC Red Rock, AZ 85145Posted 20 daysStinger Bridge & Iron, an AISC certified structural steel fabricator and PCI certified precast concrete girder fabricator and erection contractor. Stinger focuses primarily on the Southwestern Bridge and Highway market, specializing in bridge projects. Stinger fabricates in its Coolidge, Arizona facility located south of the Phoenix/Chandler/Gilbert area and erects work in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas and Colorado. For additional information about our company visit our website at www.stingerbridgeandiron.com
POSITION SCOPE:
Currently is seeking Crane Operators, Riggers and Oilers to perform set up, operation, rigging and support for its fleet of gantry cranes and Hydraulic All Terrain Truck cranes. This is a safety sensitive position.
BACKGROUND:
Experience with Steel and precast erection a plus. CCO certification a plus. CDL license is a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to move shop equipment and material throughout the shop. Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
Applications may be filled out at www.stingerbridgeandiron.com.
Stinger Bridge & Iron is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an Equal Opportunity Employer of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.
Pre-employment physical and drug testing are required.
If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact HR to request it. This is only to request an accommodation to the application process and is not an email to inquire about your application status.
Employment TypeFull Time
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Crane Operator / Rigger / Oiler (Bridge/ Structural Steel Fabrication) - AVONDALE/GLENDALE
Steel Girder, LLC Glendale, AZ 85304Posted 20 daysStinger Bridge & Iron, an AISC certified structural steel fabricator and PCI certified precast concrete girder fabricator and erection contractor. Stinger focuses primarily on the Southwestern Bridge and Highway market, specializing in bridge projects. Stinger fabricates in its Coolidge, Arizona facility located south of the Phoenix/Chandler/Gilbert area and erects work in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas and Colorado. For additional information about our company visit our website at www.stingerbridgeandiron.com
POSITION SCOPE:
Currently is seeking Crane Operators, Riggers and Oilers to perform set up, operation, rigging and support for its fleet of gantry cranes and Hydraulic All Terrain Truck cranes. This is a safety sensitive position.
BACKGROUND:
Experience with Steel and precast erection a plus. CCO certification a plus. CDL license is a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to move shop equipment and material throughout the shop. Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
Applications may be filled out at www.stingerbridgeandiron.com.
Stinger Bridge & Iron is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an Equal Opportunity Employer of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.
Pre-employment physical and drug testing are required.
If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact HR to request it. This is only to request an accommodation to the application process and is not an email to inquire about your application status.
Employment TypeFull Time
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