Advanced Rigger - Travel-Ready Crane & Rigging Expert

TNT Crane & Rigging, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid vacation

Per diem

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

TNT Crane & Rigging, Inc. is seeking a full-time Rigger in Houston to support crane operations. The role involves assisting with setup, rigging, signaling, and equipment security to ensure safe lifts, with travel to various locations as needed.

The position emphasizes safe rigging practices, daily equipment inspections, and coordination with crane operators to meet job demands. A competitive benefits package is included.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of rigging experience required.
• Advanced Rigger certification required.
• Must be willing to travel to various locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervisor or crane operator in the proper set-up of equipment.
• Assist with maintenance of crane and accessory equipment (pickup trucks, haul trucks, trailers, etc.).
• Perform proper rigging techniques to ensure safe lifting of loads.
• Use proper hand signals during all crane operations.
• Secure equipment to trailers before operating trucks.
• Complete truck inspections and report any mechanical defects.

Skills

Rigging experience

Education

Advanced Rigger certification

Job description

Reports to: Operation Manager

TNT is looking to add experienced full-time Rigger to our growing Branch. The following are a list of requirements; You must meet all the requirements below to be considered for this position.

Reports to: Operation Manager

TNT is looking to add experienced full-time Rigger to our growing Branch. The following are a list of requirements; You must meet all the requirements below to be considered for this position.

TNT is offering our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which include health benefits, paid vacation, per diem, and the opportunity to work plenty hours of overtime. We are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.

Summary: Assists the A/D and or crane operators on job tasks during the operation of the crane and provides rigging operation and hand signals to ensure safe lifting of the load. Loads and secures equipment (spreader bars, mats, counterweights, etc.) .

Responsibilities

• Assists the supervisor or crane operator in the proper set-up of the equipment.
• Assists the supervisor or crane operator in the maintenance of the crane and accessory equipment. (i.e. pickup trucks, haul trucks, trailers, etc.)
• Understands and can perform proper rigging techniques to ensure safe lifting of the load.
• Utilizes proper hand signals during all operations of the crane.
• Properly secures equipment to the trailer before operating truck.
• Inspects truck and trailer and fills out truck inspection report before operating the vehicle. Turns in inspection report to the proper supervisor.
• Reports mechanical defects in writing on the truck and/or trailers to the shop technician or a supervisor.
• Monitors inventory of the chains, boomer, and straps assigned to the truck and reports to supervisor of missing equipment. Inspects, cleans, and performs maintenance on chains, boomer, and straps.
• Documents and turns in all maintenance and repairs performed on the equipment to the proper supervisor.
• Cleans the outside and cab area of your assigned vehicle daily.
• Monitors the annual State inspection and State license plates and reports to the supervisor one month in advance before the expiration date.
• Reports to Dispatcher immediately on completion of assigned job task for next assignment.
• At the end of the shift reviews next day(s) job assignment and have all necessary rigging and equipment ready before ending the shift.
• Completes payroll timesheet with the hours worked. Hours must be reported to the branch office by 10:00 a. m. every Monday.
• If not on a job assignment, informs the supervisor and is productive by cleaning, inspecting, and performing maintenance in the shop.
• Carries and answers phone in a prompt manner.
• Periodically reviews assigned crane and other model cranes service and operation manuals.
• Cleans, inspects, and reorganizes equipment in shop and yard. Cleans shop, washes rack and break room.
• Other job duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of rigging experience required
• Advanced Rigger certification required
  
  

Must be willing to travel to various locations.