Head Rigger

B H S; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Overtime opportunities

Immediate start on an active project

Lead role on high-profile moves

Up to 50% travel across US

Job summary

BHS in Texas is seeking an experienced Head Rigger to own and execute complex lifts on high-value equipment moving projects across the US. You will plan, coordinate, and direct all lifting activities while leading a crew of riggers and ensuring safe, precise moves from start to finish.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong rigging knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate clearly with crane operators and site personnel. Travel up to 50% is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on industrial rigging or machinery-moving experience.
• Experience leading a rigging crew as Head Rigger/Lead Rigger/Foreman/Supervisor.
• Ability to plan and execute complex lifts.
• Solid understanding of load calculations, sling angles, load control, and rigging capacities.
• Experience handling heavy industrial or high-value equipment.
• Ability to inspect and select appropriate rigging hardware and lifting equipment.
• Strong crane signals, lift communication, and site-safety procedures.
• Ability to read lift plans, equipment drawings, and technical documentation.
• Willingness for overtime and up to 50% travel.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and direct all lifting, moving, positioning, and setting activities.
• Lead riggers and rigger helpers through each phase of the project.
• Determine load weights, centres of gravity, sling angles, and rigging configurations.
• Select, inspect, and document slings, shackles, chains, hoists, spreader bars, and related hardware.
• Develop lift plans and verify load capacities and site conditions.
• Conduct pre-lift meetings, toolbox talks, and job hazard assessments.
• Brief the crew on daily responsibilities and lift plans.
• Direct lifts using hand signals and radio communication.
• Coordinate with crane, forklift, equipment operators, and site personnel.
• Monitor exclusion zones, travel paths, overhead hazards, and evolving site conditions.
• Ensure rigging equipment is inspected and taken out of service when required.
• Step in with hands-on support when needed.
• Stop work immediately if unsafe conditions arise.

Skills

Lead rigging crew

Industrial rigging

Load calculations

Safe lifting procedures

Crane signals

Tools

NCCCO

OSHA 10

OSHA 30

Job description

BHS is looking for an experienced Head Rigger to take ownership of a specialized equipment-moving project in Texas, United States. This is a hands-on leadership role — you'll be responsible for planning and executing complex lifts, directing your crew, and ensuring high-value equipment is moved safely and precisely from start to finish.

If you have a strong rigging background, sound technical judgment, and the ability to lead a crew under pressure, we want to hear from you.

What's in it for you

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Overtime opportunities
• Immediate start on an active project
• Lead role on high-profile, specialized equipment moves
• Up to 50% travel to project sites across the US
• Work alongside skilled tradespeople using specialized lifting equipment

About the role

This is a full-time position based in Texas. The Head Rigger reports directly to the Head of Operations for BHS US. The role involves up to 50% travel to project sites, so candidates must be locally based in Texas and comfortable with regular travel as part of the job.

What you'll be doing

• Plan, coordinate, and direct all lifting, moving, positioning, and setting activities
• Lead riggers and rigger helpers throughout each phase of the project
• Determine load weights, centres of gravity, sling angles, and rigging configurations
• Select, inspect, and document slings, shackles, chains, hoists, spreader bars, come-alongs, and related hardware
• Develop lift plans and verify that load capacities and site conditions are properly assessed
• Conduct pre-lift meetings, toolbox talks, and job hazard assessments
• Brief the crew on daily responsibilities and ensure full understanding of the lift plan
• Direct lifts using established hand signals and radio communication
• Coordinate with crane operators, forklift operators, equipment operators, and site personnel
• Monitor exclusion zones, travel paths, overhead hazards, and evolving site conditions
• Ensure all rigging equipment is inspected, documented, and taken out of service when required
• Step in with hands-on support when the lift demands it
• Stop work immediately if unsafe conditions arise

What you bring

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on industrial rigging or machinery-moving experience
• Proven experience leading a rigging crew as a Head Rigger, Lead Rigger, Rigging Foreman, or Rigging Supervisor
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute complex or critical lifts
• Solid understanding of load calculations, sling angles, load control, and rigging capacities
• Experience handling and positioning heavy industrial or high-value equipment
• Ability to inspect and select appropriate rigging hardware and lifting equipment
• Strong knowledge of crane signals, lift communication, and job-site safety procedures
• Ability to read lift plans, equipment drawings, and technical documentation
• Clear communicator with strong leadership and problem-solving skills
• Available for overtime, extended shifts, or weekends as the project requires
• Comfortable with up to 50% travel to project sites across the US
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States — visa sponsorship is not available for this role
• Must be able to meet client site-access requirements, including background checks, drug screening, and any additional vetting required by the end client

Preferred qualifications

• Qualified Rigger and Signal Person credentials
• NCCCO, NCCER, OSHA 10, OSHA 30, or equivalent certification
• Forklift, telehandler, aerial lift, or related equipment certifications
• Experience moving semiconductor, data-centre, cleanroom, or other sensitive high-tech equipment
• Background working on critical lifts in controlled or precision environments

Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly. If you're ready to lead a rigging crew, take full ownership of demanding projects, and grow with a specialized equipment-moving company,