Rigger Hoist & Rail Specialist

Austin-Industrial; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K plan

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Job summary

Austin Industrial is seeking a qualified Rigger in Decatur, IL to assemble rigging for lifting and moving equipment in industrial settings. You will select the proper rigging gear, attach hardware to structures, and guide crane operations to ensure safe handling of loads.

Ideal candidates bring journeyman experience, strong knowledge of rigging practices, and a commitment to safety. The role is full-time, based in Decatur with onsite work and opportunities to work across industrial sites.

Qualifications

• Experience as a journeyman rigger with hoisting duties.
• Knowledge of rigging hardware, load handling, and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Select cables, ropes, winches, blocks based on load size and weight.
• Attach rigging to overhead structures using bolts and clamps.
• Assemble/disassemble cranes as needed.
• Splice rope and wire to repair slings and tackle.
• Direct hoisting operations with hand signals or radios.
• Set up and brace hoisting equipment with hand tools.

Skills

Rigging & hoisting

Safety compliance

Job description

Austin Industrial is seeking a qualified Rigger in Decatur, IL to assemble rigging for lifting and moving equipment in industrial settings. You will select the proper rigging gear, attach hardware to structures, and guide crane operations to ensure safe handling of loads.

Ideal candidates bring journeyman experience, strong knowledge of rigging practices, and a commitment to safety. The role is full-time, based in Decatur with onsite work and opportunities to work across industrial sites.