Rigger - Hands-on Heavy Rigging & Lift Specialist

MEI Industrial Solutions; Southbridge (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

MEI Industrial Solutions in Southbridge, MA is seeking a skilled Rigger to set up, assemble, or disassemble rigging for relocation and transportation of machinery. You will select gear, inspect gear, level and anchor equipment, and communicate clearly with a team.

The role requires reading blueprints, using hand and power tools, and strict adherence to safety protocols. CDL may be required for certain positions; physical work is demanding and performed outdoors.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Able to take direction and closely follow instruction.
• Read blueprints, schematics, or technical manuals as required.
• Correctly estimate weight-bearing ability of tools and equipment.
• Valid driver’s license: CDL and/or endorsements may be required for certain positions.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect and test rigging materials to ensure safety and reliability.
• Align, level, and anchor machinery or equipment.
• Use hand and/or power tools to attach loads to rigging to provide support or prepare for moving.
• Select appropriate gear such as cables, pulleys, winches, etc. according to load weights and sizes, work area, and job specifications.
• Be aware of obstacles, surrounding structures, barriers or objects and the location of other people.
• Signal or verbally communicate with workers and others engaged in hoisting, suspending, and moving loads to ensure the safety of workers and materials.

Skills

Follow Instructions

Team Communication

Blueprint Reading

Tool Handling

Physical Stamina

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainfalls

Gin Poles

Winches

Pulleys

Beam Clamps

Job description

MEI Industrial Solutions in Southbridge, MA is seeking a skilled Rigger to set up, assemble, or disassemble rigging for relocation and transportation of machinery. You will select gear, inspect gear, level and anchor equipment, and communicate clearly with a team.

The role requires reading blueprints, using hand and power tools, and strict adherence to safety protocols. CDL may be required for certain positions; physical work is demanding and performed outdoors.