Rigger with CDL

Omega Morgan, Inc.; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Texas is seeking a Rigger with CDL to perform rigging duties, operate heavy equipment, and ensure safety compliance at job sites. The candidate must possess a valid CDL and a current DOT Medical Card. Responsibilities include conducting vehicle inspections, attaching loads using tools, and working collaboratively with the team. In return, the company offers competitive benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL required.
• Current DOT Medical Card necessary.
• Familiarity with DOT regulations essential.

Responsibilities

• Conducts pre- and post-trip inspections of vehicles.
• Operates tractors and trailers safely.
• Attaches loads to rigging using tools.

Skills

Rigging techniques

Heavy equipment operation

Effective communication

Job description

Overview

Morgan Industrial – Full-Time

The Rigger with CDL position completes a variety of level rigging skills, operates tractor-trailers and other equipment, supports operations by moving objects, installing and dismantling equipment, and obtains the necessary skills of the position.

Responsibilities

• Assists in yard
• Aligns levels and anchors machinery
• Attaches loads to rigging to provide support or prepare them for moving by using hand and power tools
• Riggers with CDL: Conducts pre- and post-trips and drives tractors and trailers in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations
• Obtains necessary training and safety certifications to complete tasks
• Attends rigging class as required
• Works closely with the Foreman and crews to learn the process of moving machinery and items of size and weight
• Attaches pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures such as beams, ceilings, and gin pole booms, using bolts and clamps
• Controls movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces, using chain falls, gin poles, gallows frames, and other equipment
• Manipulates rigging lines, hoists, and pulling gear to move or support materials such as heavy equipment
• Obtains knowledge of equipment uses and follows procedures (e.g., procedure for equipment placement on trailers for loading and off-loading; equipment tie-down procedures)
• Learns and understands tools required for the job and the purpose of the tools
• Displays communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation, and the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure
• Works out of town, on weekends, and overtime as needed
• Keeps a flexible schedule and is able to travel (up to 50% of the time)
• Maintains punctual, regular, and predictable attendance
• Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation
• Signals or verbally directs workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety
• Reads and creates drawings and lifting plans
• Completes necessary paperwork on a daily basis
• Uses basic and advanced rigging techniques
• Dismantles and stores rigging equipment after use
• When released by the foreman or at the end of the day, checks with Dispatch for more duties
• Uses job-appropriate PPE
• Works onsite at customer locations, as needed
• Respectfully takes direction from supervisor
• Performs all duties to the best of their ability, faithfully, intellectually, safely in the best interest of the company

Requirements

• Holds a Valid CDL
• Current DOT Medical Card
• Familiarity with DOT Federal and State regulations
• Ability to tie equipment down per the DOT requirements
• Clean MVR

Benefits

• Parental leave
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid holidays
• AD&D, STD, LTD