Rigger

TNT Crane & Rigging, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Southway Crane & Rigging is seeking an experienced full-time Rigger in Atlanta to support crane operations and rigging activities on job sites. You will load and secure equipment, assist with crane setup, and ensure safe lifting through proper hand signals and rigging techniques.

Safety and compliance are emphasized in daily tasks. The role requires 1-3 years of rigging experience and an Advanced Rigger certification, with driving duties and vehicle maintenance as part of daily responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of rigging experience required.
• Commercial driving experience preferred.
• Advanced Rigger certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist crane operator in proper setup of equipment.
• Maintain crane and accessory equipment (trucks, trailers, etc.).
• Perform proper rigging techniques for safe lifting of loads.
• Use hand signals during crane operations.
• Secure equipment to trailers before operating the truck.
• Inspect truck and trailer and file inspection reports.
• Report mechanical defects to supervisor or shop.
• Monitor inventory of chains, boomer, and straps.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain rigging gear.
• Document maintenance and repairs to supervisor.
• Monitor annual State inspections and licenses and notify ahead of expiration.
• Report to Dispatcher upon completion of tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Rigging experience

Commercial driving experience

Education

Advanced Rigger certification

Job description

Reports to: Branch Manager

Southway is offering our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which include health benefits, paid vacation, per diem, and the opportunity to work plenty hours of overtime. We are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.

Summary

Southway Crane & Rigging

Position: Rigger

Location: Atlanta

Reports to: Branch Manager

Southway is offering our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which include health benefits, paid vacation, per diem, and the opportunity to work plenty hours of overtime. We are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.

Summary

Southway is looking to add an experienced full-time Rigger to our growing Branch. Ensures safety first. Assists the crane operator on job tasks during the operation of the crane and provides rigging operation and hand signals to ensure safe lifting of the load. Loads and secures equipment (spreader bars, mats, counterweights, etc.) then drives truck to location. Follows all State and Federal laws while operating motor vehicle. Obeys all safety and environmental policies while performing work on the job site.

Responsibilities

• At the end of the shift reviews what the next day(s) job assignment are.
• Assists the crane operator in the proper set-up of the equipment.
• Assists the crane operator in the maintenance of the crane and accessory equipment. (i.e. pickup trucks, haul trucks, trailers, etc.)
• Understands and can perform proper rigging techniques to ensure safe lifting of the load.
• Utilizes proper hand signals during all operations of the crane.
• Properly secures equipment to the trailer before operating truck.
• Inspects truck and trailer and fills out truck inspection report before operating the vehicle. Turns in inspection report to the proper supervisor.
• Reports mechanical defects in writing on the truck and/or trailers to the shop technician or a supervisor.
• Monitors inventory of the chains, boomer, and straps assigned to the truck and reports to supervisor of missing equipment.
• Inspects, cleans, and performs maintenance on chains, boomer, and straps.
• Documents and turns in all maintenance and repairs performed on the equipment to the proper supervisor.
• Monitors the annual State inspection and State license plates and reports to the supervisor one month in advance before the expiration date.
• Reports to Dispatcher immediately on completion of assigned job task for next assignment.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of rigging experience required
• Commercial driving experience preferred
• Advanced Rigger certification required