Rigger

Mabe Steel; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Mabe Steel Inc. is seeking a Rigger for full-time, on-site field work with our active construction crews. The role focuses on preparing and signaling lifts, rigging loads, and coordinating with crane operators on structural steel erection sites.

Applicants should have rigging experience on structural steel or crane-assisted projects, legal certifications preferred, and the ability to work outdoors at elevated heights in all weather. Equal opportunity employer with safety-first policy.

Qualifications

• Rigging experience on structural steel or crane-assisted projects.
• Qualified Rigger and Signal Person certifications preferred, or ability to obtain them.
• Sound judgment, awareness of overhead loads and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working outdoors and at elevated heights in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Select, inspect and attach slings, shackles, chokers and other rigging for each load.
• Determine load weights, balance points and rigging configurations.
• Signal and communicate with the crane operator by hand signals and radio.
• Support connectors by preparing and sequencing loads to keep erection moving.
• Work on the ground and at elevated heights as lifts require.
• Inspect rigging gear daily and remove damaged equipment from service.

Skills

Rigging experience

Safety awareness

Outdoor work

Elevated-height work

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Rigger

MABE STEEL INC.

ABOUT MABE STEEL & CONDITIONS FOR ALL FIELD ROLES

Mabe Steel Inc. is a structural steel erection contractor. We erect steel on active construction sites; we do not fabricate. This position is full-time, on-site field work, and the conditions in this section apply to all of our field roles.

Work Environment

• Work is performed outdoors on active jobsites, in heat, cold, wind, rain and other seasonal weather.
• Work regularly takes place at elevated heights, on steel, decking, ladders, scaffolds and aerial/scissor lifts, depending on the role.
• Jobsites include cranes, forklifts, heavy equipment, overhead loads, welding operations and loud noise.
• Job locations change as projects change; reliable transportation to each assigned site is required.

Safety Expectations

• Follow all OSHA Subpart R (Steel Erection) and Mabe Steel safety rules, including 100% fall protection where required.
• Wear and maintain required PPE: hard hat, safety glasses, high-visibility vest, work boots, gloves and harness/lanyard.
• Attend daily safety meetings and jobsite orientations; report hazards, near misses and injuries immediately.

Physical Requirements

• Comfortable working at heights without fear or hesitation.
• Able to stand, walk, climb, kneel, bend and reach for full shifts, often on uneven ground or narrow surfaces.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly and assist with heavier loads.
• Good balance, hand-eye coordination and ability to hear and follow verbal and hand signals.

General Requirements

• 18 years of age or older; valid driver's license preferred.
• Early starts, overtime and travel or weekend work as project schedules require.

Mabe Steel Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable Accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities.

RIGGER

Reports to: Foreman

The Rigger prepares and signals every lift that goes to the connectors. Knowing when is as important as knowing how: the basics can be learned quickly, but mastering the full range of rigging takes time.

Responsibilities

• Select, inspect and attach slings, shackles, chokers and other rigging for each load.
• Determine load weights, balance points and rigging configurations.
• Signal and communicate with the crane operator by hand signals and radio.
• Support connectors by preparing and sequencing loads to keep erection moving.
• Work on the ground and at elevated heights as lifts require.
• Inspect rigging gear daily and remove damaged equipment from service.

Qualifications

• Rigging experience on structural steel or crane-assisted projects.
• Qualified Rigger and Signal Person certifications preferred, or ability to obtain them.
• Sound judgment, awareness of overhead loads and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working outdoors and at elevated heights in all weather.