Industrial Rigging Technician – Hoisting & Load Handling

Southern Industrial Constructors, Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Industrial Constructors, Inc. is seeking a skilled Rigger for a project in Columbia, SC. The role involves selecting and rigging loads, coordinating with crane operators, and ensuring safety and quality in a dynamic industrial setting.

The position requires ability to work from elevations, use PPE, and travel as needed. Candidates should demonstrate strong written and verbal communication and commitment to SIC safety and procedures.

Qualifications

• Skilled in both written and verbal communication.
• Complete all Safety and general job training as required by SIC.
• Observe SIC and Customer safety and quality processes and procedures at all times.

Responsibilities

• Select cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks, and sheaves according to weight and size of load to be moved.
• Attach pulley and blocks to fixed overhead structures, such as beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms with bolts and clamps.
• Attach load with grappling devices, such as loops, wires, and chains to crane hook.
• Give directions to Crane Operator engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and material handled, using hand signals, loudspeaker, or telephone.
• Set up, brace, and rig hoisting equipment, using hand tools and power wrenches.
• Splice rope and wire cables to make or repair slings and tackle.
• Coordinate the movement of equipment and materials according to visual signals and directions.

Skills

Rigging

Communication

Safety training

Job description

Southern Industrial Constructors, Inc. is seeking a skilled Rigger for a project in Columbia, SC. The role involves selecting and rigging loads, coordinating with crane operators, and ensuring safety and quality in a dynamic industrial setting.

The position requires ability to work from elevations, use PPE, and travel as needed. Candidates should demonstrate strong written and verbal communication and commitment to SIC safety and procedures.