NCCER Rigger & Pipefitter — Lifting Specialist

Total Safety; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Safety is seeking a NCCER Rigger to join our safety-conscious team in Texas. You will safely rig, lift, and move materials using cranes, hoists, and other equipment in accordance with NCCER standards.

Responsibilities include inspecting gear, setting up rigging, signaling crane operators, reading load charts, and maintaining detailed records while following OSHA/NCCER safety guidelines in diverse outdoor and indoor job sites.

Qualifications

• NCCER Rigger Certification (Level 1–3) required.
• Proven experience as a rigger in construction, industrial, or marine settings.
• Strong understanding of rigging principles, load dynamics and safety regulations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills; able to work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Inspect rigging equipment and materials for safety and compliance.
• Set up and dismantle rigging gear such as cables, pulleys and winches.
• Signal crane or hoist operators during lifting and moving operations.
• Determine proper rigging techniques and load configurations.
• Read and interpret load charts, blueprints and lifting plans.
• Collaborate with crane operators, supervisors and crew for safe operations.
• Follow OSHA and NCCER safety standards and guidelines.
• Maintain detailed records of lifting activities and inspections.
• Troubleshoot issues related to rigging and lifting equipment.

Skills

NCCER Certification

Rigging experience

Rigging principles

Physical ability

Communication & teamwork

Job description

Total Safety is seeking a NCCER Rigger to join our safety-conscious team in Texas. You will safely rig, lift, and move materials using cranes, hoists, and other equipment in accordance with NCCER standards.

Responsibilities include inspecting gear, setting up rigging, signaling crane operators, reading load charts, and maintaining detailed records while following OSHA/NCCER safety guidelines in diverse outdoor and indoor job sites.