Rigger / Material Handler (Non-CDL)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a dependable Rigger/Material Handler to support movement, loading, unloading, staging, and installation of equipment at construction, industrial, and commercial sites. A CDL is not required.This full-time role requires teamwork, rigging experience, and safe handling practices; you will operate forklifts and lifting devices, follow lift plans, comply with OSHA rules, and assist with inventory and site logistics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Experience in rigging, construction, warehousing or material handling.
• Knowledge of rigging and safe lifting practices.
• Able to read instructions and load plans; good math skills.
• Strong teamwork and communication.
• Valid driver's license; travel to job sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with rigging, lifting and moving heavy machinery and materials.
• Load, unload, sort, stage and distribute materials.
• Inspect rigging equipment such as slings, chains, hooks, and shackles.
• Attach loads to cranes, hoists, forklifts and other equipment.
• Follow lift plans and signal crane operators.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks (training preferred).
• Keep work areas clean, organized and safe.
• Assist with inventory control and job site logistics.
• Follow OSHA regulations and safety procedures.
• Perform general labor to support operations.

Skills

Rigging operations

Material handling

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Load planning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Rigging gear

Lifting devices

Job description

Job Description: Rigger / Material Handler (Non-CDL)

Position Title: Rigger / Material Handler

Job Summary: We are seeking dependable and safety-conscious Riggers / Material Handlers to support the movement, loading, unloading, staging, and installation of equipment, machinery, and materials at construction, industrial, and commercial job sites. The ideal candidate will have experience with rigging operations, material handling equipment, and working in a team-oriented environment. A CDL is not required for this position.

Shift: Full-Time Monday-Friday 7 am-4pm (some weekends and travel upon customer request)

**Start time/hours will vary**

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with rigging, lifting, positioning, and moving heavy machinery, equipment, and materials.
• Load, unload, sort, stage, and distribute materials at warehouses and job sites.
• Inspect and maintain rigging equipment, including slings, chains, hooks, shackles, and lifting devices.
• Safely attach loads to cranes, hoists, forklifts, and other lifting equipment.
• Follow lift plans, signal crane operators, and assist with equipment placement.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment (training/certification preferred).
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Assist with inventory control, material tracking, and job site logistics.
• Follow OSHA regulations, company safety procedures, and project-specific requirements.
• Perform general labor duties as needed to support project operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in rigging, construction, manufacturing, warehousing, industrial services, or material handling preferred.
• Knowledge of basic rigging and safe lifting practices.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, safety procedures, and load plans and good math skills for calculating load requirements
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and material handling equipment.
• Unafraid of heights, climbing ladders and scaffolding
• Valid driver's license. Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to job sites as required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds; heavier loads with proper equipment and team assistance.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb throughout the workday.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Comfortable working at heights and around heavy equipment when required.

Preferred Certifications

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
• NCCCO Rigger Certification
• Signal Person Certification
• Forklift Certification
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• TWIC Card (where applicable)

Work Environment

• Construction sites
• Industrial facilities
• Manufacturing plants
• Warehouses and distribution centers
• Commercial installation projects