Rigging Mechanical Fitter: Crane Ops & Safe Lifts

Vertiv Group Corporation; Pelzer (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Group Corporation in Pelzer, SC is seeking a Rigging Mechanical Fitter to safely move, position, and assemble large mechanical components. The role emphasizes crane operation, rigging, load control, and reading blueprints to ensure precise, quality assemblies.

You will work with a team to meet production schedules, uphold strict safety standards, and maintain accurate records of inspections and completed work.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience in rigging, crane operation, heavy material handling, or mechanical assembly.
• Ability to safely inspect and use rigging equipment and lifting devices.
• Experience reading blueprints, assembly drawings, or technical documents.
• Strong understanding of load control, lifting safety, and industrial safe work practices.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safety-focused attitude in support of plant goals for reliability, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.
• Safely inspect, select, and use rigging equipment including slings, shackles, chains, hooks, spreader bars, and other lifting devices.
• Operate overhead cranes and material handling equipment to lift, move, position, and install large components.
• Determine load weights, center of gravity, and proper rigging methods to ensure safe lifts.
• Perform pre-use inspections of cranes, lifting devices, and rigging equipment and report any deficiencies.
• Read and interpret blueprints, lift plans, assembly drawings, and work instructions.
• Assemble and fit mechanical components using hand tools, torque wrenches, and other assembly equipment.
• Work closely with team members to safely execute complex lifts and support production schedules.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, assemblies, and completed work.
• Follow all lockout/tagout, lifting, and plant safety requirements.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Rigging

Crane operation

Load control

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead crane operation

Rigging equipment

Torque wrenches

Hand tools

Lifting devices

Job description

Vertiv Group Corporation in Pelzer, SC is seeking a Rigging Mechanical Fitter to safely move, position, and assemble large mechanical components. The role emphasizes crane operation, rigging, load control, and reading blueprints to ensure precise, quality assemblies.

You will work with a team to meet production schedules, uphold strict safety standards, and maintain accurate records of inspections and completed work.