Rigger

Worley; Texas; On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley in Texas seeks a skilled rigging technician to assemble and operate hoisting equipment on construction projects. You will load, transport, and position materials using cables, pulleys, and cranes, and guide crane operators to move loads safely.

The role requires hands-on experience in heavy rigging, reading load charts, and adhering to electrical, ladder and scaffold safety standards. Strong teamwork and vigilance are essential to delivering projects safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Rigging knowledge and related safety practices.
• Blueprint reading to understand load charts and specs.
• Adherence to safety standards (electrical, ladder/scaffold).
• Experience with hoisting equipment and crane operations.

Responsibilities

• Load, transport, unload and assist selecting cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks and sheaves according to load weight/size.
• Attach pulley and blocks to fixed overhead structures with bolts and clamps.
• Attach load with grappling devices to crane hook.
• Direct crane operator or hoisting engineer using hand signals or radios to ensure safe movement of loads.
• Set up braces and rig hoisting equipment using hand tools and power wrenches.
• Assemble and disassemble cranes.
• Splice rope and wire cables to make or repair slings or tackle.
• Perform minor maintenance or cleaning of tools and equipment.

Skills

Rigging knowledge

Blueprint reading

Safety procedures

Hoisting equipment

Job description

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Position Summary

Assembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material to construction project.

Primary Responsibilities

• Loads, transports, unloads and assists in selecting cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks and sheaves, according to weight and size of load to be moved
• Attaches pulley and blocks to fixed overhead structures, such as beams, ceilings and gin pole booms with bolts and clamps
• Attaches load with grappling devices such as loops, wires, ropes and chains to crane hook
• Gives direction to crane operator or hoisting engineer engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety or workers and material handled using hand signals, loudspeaker, two-way radio or telephone
• Sets up braces and rigs hoisting equipment using hand tools and power wrenches
• Assembles and disassembles cranes
• Splices rope and wire cables to make or repair slings or tackle
• Perform minor maintenance or cleaning activities of tools and equipment

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years industrial construction/maintenance industry experience
• Knowledge of complex rigging; heavy rigging; change crane boom and cable; electrical safety; ladder and scaffold safety; introduction to lifting machinery; wire ropes basics; basic rigging; fire prevention; sizing of chokers; load charts; cutting torches; and basic knowledge of blueprint reading

Physical Requirements

• Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Grasping, Feeling, Repetitive Motions

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.