Rigger - Heavy Haul & Travel Projects

Edwards Moving and Rigging; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Moving & Rigging in Atlanta, GA is seeking a skilled Rigger to join a field crew responsible for lifting, moving, positioning, loading, and handling equipment and materials.

You’ll attach and configure rigging, operate forklifts and other equipment, inspect gear, and communicate with teammates to move heavy loads safely. This role involves extensive travel and outdoor work, with opportunities to advance through hands-on experience.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of experience in rigging, heavy rigging, crane operations, construction, heavy trucking, or related field.
• Experience working safely around heavy equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions during complex lifting operations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Respect for rigging equipment and the discipline to inspect it before use.
• Ability to speak up if something doesn't look right.
• Willingness to learn new equipment, techniques and methods.
• Physical ability for demanding field work, including repetitive lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Welding experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Attach and configure rigging used to lift, move, and position loads.
• Operate forklifts, skid steers, and other equipment as required.
• Use hand tools, power tools, hydraulic tools, and precision measuring equipment.
• Inspect rigging equipment before use to ensure safety.
• Signal and communicate with crew during lifting and moving operations.
• Help position equipment and materials safely and accurately.
• Perform the physical work required to execute heavy rigging projects.
• Work with Leadmen, Foremen, Superintendents, Operators, and other Riggers to complete jobs.

Skills

1–5 years experience

Safe around heavy equipment

Follow instructions in lifting ops

Communication & teamwork

Inspect rigging before use

Speak up when something looks wrong

Willingness to learn new equipment

Physically capable for demanding field

Welding experience a plus

Job description

Edwards Moving & Rigging in Atlanta, GA is seeking a skilled Rigger to join a field crew responsible for lifting, moving, positioning, loading, and handling equipment and materials.

You’ll attach and configure rigging, operate forklifts and other equipment, inspect gear, and communicate with teammates to move heavy loads safely. This role involves extensive travel and outdoor work, with opportunities to advance through hands-on experience.