Rigging Foreman

J.A. Miara; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-Tier Pay

Over $134,000 annually

Double time on Saturdays

Triple time on Sundays

Health and dental insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

J.A. Miara is seeking a Rigging Foreman to lead a skilled crew on major industrial projects in Wilmington, MA. Bring your rigging expertise, take ownership of complex lifts, and grow with a family-owned company.

This role offers top-tier pay ($40–$47/hour) with the potential to earn over $134,000 annually, plus overtime on weekends. Join a team that values leadership and doing the job right.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a Rigging Foreman.
• Experience leading crews on industrial rigging projects.
• Experience with cranes, forklifts and rigging gear.

Responsibilities

• Safely lift, move, and position heavy loads using cranes, forklifts, and rigging equipment.
• Lead and supervise crews on industrial rigging projects.
• Plan and coordinate machinery moves, equipment installations, and complex lifts.
• Review lift plans, conduct pre-lift planning, and identify potential hazards.
• Select, inspect, and properly use slings, chains, hooks, and other rigging gear.
• Ensure loads are properly secured to prevent shifting, damage, or failure.
• Communicate clearly with crane and forklift operators using standard hand signals.
• Enforce safety procedures, load limits, and site regulations.
• Maintain a safe work area, report unsafe conditions, and keep projects on schedule.

Skills

Rigging

Leadership

Team supervision

Safety procedures

Tools

Cranes

Forklifts

Rigging gear

Job description

Lead the crew as a Rigging Foreman and Earn Over $134,000 a Year! Bring your industrial rigging expertise to a family-owned company that recognizes hard work, leadership, and doing the job right. As a Rigging Foreman lead a skilled crew on major industrial projects, take ownership of complex lifts, and grow your career with a team that values your experience.

J.A. Miara, a fourth-generation, family-owned industrial services provider, is seeking Rigging Foreman to join their team in Wilmington, MA.

If you have 2+ years experience as a Rigging Foreman, then this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

Why Foremen join the J. A. Miara Team:

• Top-Tier Pay for Proven Foremen: Earn $40–$47/hour based on experience, with the opportunity to make over $134,000 annually. Maximize your earnings with double time on Saturdays and triple time on Sundays.
• Work That Stays Interesting: Work in a dynamic environment. Travel to new job sites, see impressive manufacturing facilities, and work around cutting-edge technology.
• Your Expertise Pays Off: Build your credentials through company-paid training and certifications. The more certifications and skills you bring to the team, the more opportunity you have for raises and advancement.
• Benefits That Support You and Your Family: Health and dental insurance, a 401(k) with profit sharing, paid holidays, and paid vacation.
• Lead With the Right Equipment and Team: Work with well-maintained equipment and a dependable, close-knit crew that takes pride in solving problems, working safely, and completing demanding industrial projects the right way.
• A Family-Owned Company That Knows Your Value: Work directly with involved owners who are active in the business, respect your experience, and recognize the leadership you bring to every job.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safely lift, move, and position heavy loads using cranes, forklifts, and rigging equipment.
• Lead and supervise crews on industrial rigging projects.
• Plan and coordinate machinery moves, equipment installations, and complex lifts.
• Review lift plans, conduct pre-lift planning, and identify potential hazards.
• Select, inspect, and properly use slings, chains, hooks, and other rigging gear.
• Ensure loads are properly secured to prevent shifting, damage, or failure.
• Communicate clearly with crane and forklift operators using standard hand signals.
• Enforce safety procedures, load limits, and site regulations.
• Maintain a safe work area, report unsafe conditions, and keep projects on schedule.

About the Company

J.A. Miara is a fourth-generation, family-owned industrial services provider specializing in heavy hauling, rigging, crane operations, and industrial storage. Our expertise lies in complex industrial equipment moving, positioning, and relocation. We are proud to be known for delivering projects on time and on budget, while simultaneously adhering to safety standards.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.