Rigger Apprentice: Hands-On Crane & Rigging Training

TNT Crane & Rigging; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Southway Crane & Rigging LLC in Birmingham, AL is seeking entrants to join a training track for riggers. The program combines classroom learning with hands-on crane and rigging exposure.

Expect about 12 weeks of classes, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, followed by field days on Fridays after the initial training month. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, a TWIC card, and be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Driver’s license required.
• TWIC card required.
• Ability to pass drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Know how to determine a load's weight.
• Know how to determine a load's center of gravity.
• Know how to select proper sling and rigging hardware.
• Understand sling angles and safe load securing.
• Know how to inspect rigging equipment.

Skills

Weight estimation

Center of gravity

Sling selection

Rigging safety

Rigging inspections

Education

High school diploma / GED

Driver’s License

TWIC card

Job description

Southway Crane & Rigging LLC in Birmingham, AL is seeking entrants to join a training track for riggers. The program combines classroom learning with hands-on crane and rigging exposure.

Expect about 12 weeks of classes, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, followed by field days on Fridays after the initial training month. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, a TWIC card, and be able to pass a drug screen and background check.