Rigger - Field Operations & Precision Lifting

MEI Industrial Solutions; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MEI Industrial Solutions is seeking a hands-on Rigger for full-time field operations in North Kingstown, RI. You will set up, assemble, or disassemble rigging, select gear, and securely move equipment while following safety protocols.

You will inspect rigging materials, align machinery, and communicate with the team using signals during hoisting. A strong mechanical aptitude and CDL may be required.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Able to take direction and closely follow instruction.
• Visualize or predict the outcome of the job by using deductive and inductive reasoning.
• Must be able to read or use a tape measure, levels, calipers & gauges, welding/cutting tools.
• Read blueprints, schematics, or technical manuals as required.
• Familiar with hand or flag signals for safety.
• Willing to learn and follow safety requirements including PPE.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect and test rigging materials to ensure safety and reliability.
• Align, level, and anchor machinery or equipment.
• Attach loads to rigging using hand/power tools to provide support.
• Select appropriate gear such as cables, pulleys, winches according to load weights and sizes.
• Be aware of obstacles, surrounding structures, barriers or objects and the location of other people.
• Signal or verbally communicate with workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads.
• Move or guide heavy materials using rigging lines, hoists, and pulling gear.
• Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces.

Skills

Follow instructions

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Read blueprints

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Pneumatic tools

Tape measure

Levels

Calipers

Gauges

Welding tools

Job description

MEI Industrial Solutions is seeking a hands-on Rigger for full-time field operations in North Kingstown, RI. You will set up, assemble, or disassemble rigging, select gear, and securely move equipment while following safety protocols.

You will inspect rigging materials, align machinery, and communicate with the team using signals during hoisting. A strong mechanical aptitude and CDL may be required.