Rigging Specialist: Safe Lifts & Heavy Equipment

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. seeks an experienced rigger to assemble, rig, and move heavy equipment on construction sites with safety and precision.

You will select appropriate rigging, prepare loads for lifting, and coordinate with crane operators to execute lifts according to engineered plans. The role demands 3+ years of field experience, physical stamina, and a willingness to work 40+ hours per week with possible weekend shifts on various sites across the U.S.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of field rigging experience.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Must be at least 18 years old and pass background/drug screening where required.
• 40+ hours per week with possible weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Select cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks, and sheaves according to load.
• Position material prior to lift and determine weight of object.
• Attach loads to crane hooks using grappling devices.
• Give directions to crane operator to ensure safety of workers and equipment.
• Assemble and disassemble cranes and rigging equipment.
• Observe safety and project rules and interpret rigging plans.
• Work with erection team to complete tasks.
• Inspect and maintain rigging equipment.
• Ability to tie various knots.

Skills

Rigging

Crane signaling

Safety compliance

Tools

Cables

Ropes

Pulleys

Winches

Chains

Job description

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. seeks an experienced rigger to assemble, rig, and move heavy equipment on construction sites with safety and precision.

You will select appropriate rigging, prepare loads for lifting, and coordinate with crane operators to execute lifts according to engineered plans. The role demands 3+ years of field experience, physical stamina, and a willingness to work 40+ hours per week with possible weekend shifts on various sites across the U.S.