Rigging Specialist - Complex Load Handling (Maritime/Industrial)

Copper River Family of Companies; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Copper River Technologies is seeking an experienced Rigger to support complex rigging and weight-handling operations in Newport, RI. The role involves planning, installing, inspecting, and maintaining rigging systems across industrial and maritime environments.

Responsibilities include directing crane operators, evaluating loads, and ensuring safety through proper PPE and procedures. Valid driver’s license and experience with rigging equipment are required.

Qualifications

• Experience performing complex rigging and weight-handling operations.
• Experience with wire and fiber rope rigging, including cutting, splicing, assembly, repair, and installation.
• Experience operating or working with forklifts, cranes, or other material-handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute complex rigging and weight-handling operations.
• Assemble, install, inspect, maintain, and repair rigging systems and related equipment.
• Evaluate load size, weight, route, support structures, obstacles, and clearances for safe rigging.
• Direct crane and weight-handling equipment operators using standard signals.
• Operate forklifts, small craft, and other material-handling equipment as required.
• Inspect equipment and work areas for hazards and ensure safe operations.

Skills

Rigging experience

Weight-handling operations

Rigging equipment knowledge

Forklift operation

Crane/hoist signaling

Tools

Rigging hardware

Hoisting equipment

Job description

Copper River Technologies is seeking an experienced Rigger to support complex rigging and weight-handling operations in Newport, RI. The role involves planning, installing, inspecting, and maintaining rigging systems across industrial and maritime environments.

Responsibilities include directing crane operators, evaluating loads, and ensuring safety through proper PPE and procedures. Valid driver’s license and experience with rigging equipment are required.