Field Rigging Foreman - Lead Heavy Lifting Projects

Orion Placement; Kentucky; Remote; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking an experienced rigging and heavy lifting foreman to lead field operations across Kentucky and surrounding states. You will oversee daily rigging, crew assignments, and coordination with customers and office teams to keep projects on schedule.

This remote-based role requires 5+ years of rigging experience, 2+ years of crew leadership, and a willingness to travel extensively. Expect strong earning potential and a hands-on leadership position in a safety-focused

Qualifications

• 5+ years of rigging and/or heavy lifting experience.
• 2+ years of foreman or crew leadership experience.
• Willingness to travel extensively across KY and surrounding states.
• Fluent English with strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily rigging and heavy lifting operations and assign crew to ensure efficient use of manpower and equipment.
• Establish and enforce safe work standards, operating procedures, and project expectations.
• Develop detailed project scopes, identify operational needs, and coordinate work schedules.
• Manage day-to-day field operations and ensure projects stay on track.
• Coordinate with customers, project teams, and office personnel regarding scheduling, mobilization, equipment, and crew requirements.
• Identify equipment needs and coordinate with dispatch to ensure equipment reaches the job site when needed.
• Maintain clear communication between field operations, customers, and internal teams throughout each project.
• Lead by example in maintaining safe work practices, completing Job Hazard Analyses, and following required safety procedures and training.
• Work effectively in outdoor environments and adapt to changing weather and job-site conditions.
• Support demanding heavy lifting and rigging projects requiring physical strength, sound judgment, and attention to detail.

Skills

Rigging experience

Heavy lifting

Field leadership

Travel willing

Job description

Orion Placement is seeking an experienced rigging and heavy lifting foreman to lead field operations across Kentucky and surrounding states. You will oversee daily rigging, crew assignments, and coordination with customers and office teams to keep projects on schedule.

This remote-based role requires 5+ years of rigging experience, 2+ years of crew leadership, and a willingness to travel extensively. Expect strong earning potential and a hands-on leadership position in a safety-focused