Lead Rigger for Complex Heavy Equipment Moves & Field Ops

The Contractor Consultants; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health coverage (medical, dental, life

Disability options

Paid time off

Safety equipment provided

Career training

Referral bonus program

Job summary

JPW Riggers, Inc. seeks an Experienced Rigger to lead complex heavy equipment moves and industrial rigging projects in the Syracuse, NY region. This full-time role blends behind-the-wheel transport with hands-on field operations on commercial and industrial sites.

You will work with an expert crew to select and inspect rigging gear, set up machinery, and ensure safety compliance per OSHA guidelines. CDL-A and welding experience are a plus, with opportunities for long-term career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional rigging and heavy equipment moving experience.
• Active OSHA 10 certification.
• Deep knowledge of rigging gear, load calculation, and spatial awareness on industrial sites.
• Willingness to work in active field environments and perform rigging tasks outside the truck.

Responsibilities

• Transport, select, inspect, and assemble specialized rigging gear to ensure safe operations.
• Execute precise setting, aligning, leveling, and maneuvering of heavy machinery on dynamic job sites.
• Maintain a strict safety-first environment by enforcing state, OSHA, and company guidelines.
• Partner directly with field crews, shop foremen, and project leads to hit production milestones.
• Perform post-rigging inspections and breakdown equipment efficiently to keep projects on schedule.

Skills

Rigging experience

OSHA 10 certified

Load calculation

Welding experience (preferred)

Job description

JPW Riggers, Inc. seeks an Experienced Rigger to lead complex heavy equipment moves and industrial rigging projects in the Syracuse, NY region. This full-time role blends behind-the-wheel transport with hands-on field operations on commercial and industrial sites.

You will work with an expert crew to select and inspect rigging gear, set up machinery, and ensure safety compliance per OSHA guidelines. CDL-A and welding experience are a plus, with opportunities for long-term career growth.