Rigger - Heavy Equipment Rigging & Setup Specialist

MEI Industrial Solutions; Salisbury (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

MEI Industrial Solutions is seeking a skilled Rigger for field operations in Salisbury, MA. The role involves setting up, rigging, and securing machinery for relocation, using a range of gear and signaling to ensure safe movement.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, ability to read blueprints, and strong safety awareness. Expect demanding physical work, outdoor conditions, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Able to read blueprints, schematics or manuals.
• Must read and follow safety requirements including PPE.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect and test rigging materials for safety and reliability.
• Align, level, and anchor machinery or equipment.
• Use hand/power tools to attach loads to rigging and prepare for moving.
• Select gear such as cables, pulleys, and winches according to load.
• Communicate hazards and movements to team to ensure safety.

Skills

Follow instructions

Precision measurement

Reading blueprints

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Higher education preferred (advanced positions)

Tools

Calipers

Levels

Tape measure

Welding equipment

Dollies

Job description

MEI Industrial Solutions is seeking a skilled Rigger for field operations in Salisbury, MA. The role involves setting up, rigging, and securing machinery for relocation, using a range of gear and signaling to ensure safe movement.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, ability to read blueprints, and strong safety awareness. Expect demanding physical work, outdoor conditions, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.