YARD RIGGER

Wells; Albany (MN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

Wells in Albany, MN is seeking a Yard Rigger to safely direct crane operations during the lifting, moving, and placement of precast panels in a production setting. You will communicate continuously with the crane operator and use rigging equipment to ensure panels are handled, stored, and shipped safely and efficiently.

This role emphasizes safety and teamwork. Candidates should be comfortable working at heights, able to lift up to 75 lbs, and willing to follow all safety policies while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Must maintain alertness and follow safety policies.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
• Team player with clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Signaling the crane operator during panel lifting and placement.
• Use rigging devices for the transportation, storage, and shipping of precast panels.
• Hook and unhook lifting cables, ring clamps, and spreader bars.
• Guide the cranes and communicate via two-way radio with the operator.
• Place dunnage in racks or trailers for shipping to customers.

Skills

Safety-focused

Clear communication

Team player

Able to work at heights

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rigging equipment

Job description

Overview

The Yard Rigger is responsible for safely directing crane operations during the lifting, moving, and placement of precast panels. This role uses rigging equipment, communicates continuously with the crane operator, and ensures panels are properly handled, stored, and shipped in a safe and efficient manner.

Salary range $25 - $27/Hr. Based on location and experience.

SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.

Why join our team?

At Wells, you’re part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether you’re in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.

What we offer

Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.

• Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
• Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements

What you'll do

• Signaling the crane operator during panel lifting and placement.
• Use rigging devices for the transportation, storage, and shipping of precast panels.
• Hook and unhook lifting cables, ring clutches, and spreader bars.
• Guide the cranes and remain in constant communication via two-way radio with the crane operator as they guide the crane around blind spots.
• Place dunnage used to store panels in racks or trailers for shipping to customers.

Who we're looking for

The ideal candidate is safety-focused, highly alert, and communicates clearly while working in a fast-paced production environment. They work well on a team, remain attentive to surroundings, and are comfortable working at heights and around heavy equipment.

Ideal candidates will have

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required.
• Have the ability to work as part of a team and have effective communication skills.
• Must always remain alert to your surroundings.
• Maintains good housekeeping and always follows the safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to climb ladders, man-lifts and scaffolding and work from heights.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Working conditions / physical requirements

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 75 lbs occasionally and frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, twisting, squatting, crawling, and repetitive hand/arm use
• Capable of standing, walking, and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hours
• Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, swing stages, and man lifts frequently
• Ability to work safely in a production or field environment with moderate to high exposure to safety risks and hazards
• Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions, including wet, hot, humid, and cold weather, outdoors (Depending on location)
• Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required by the task, department, or work area.

This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job-related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.

Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.