Rigger Foreman
Media, PA · On-site
$24 - $30.75/hr
The Rigging Foreman leads field crews performing heavy lifts, equipment setting, and machinery moving on industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring work is executed ...
Rigger Foreman
Media, PA · On-site
$24 - $30.75/hr
The Rigging Foreman leads field crews performing heavy lifts, equipment setting, and machinery moving on industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring work is executed ...
Rigger Foreman
Bensalem, PA · On-site
$23 - $29.50/hr
The Rigging Foreman leads field crews performing heavy lifts, equipment setting, and machinery moving on industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring work is executed ...
Rigger Foreman
Bensalem, PA · On-site
$23 - $29.50/hr
The Rigging Foreman leads field crews performing heavy lifts, equipment setting, and machinery moving on industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring work is executed ...
Rigger Foreman
Clayton, NJ · On-site
$22.50 - $29.25/hr
The Rigging Foreman leads field crews performing heavy lifts, equipment setting, and machinery moving on industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring work is executed ...
Rigger Foreman
Clayton, NJ · On-site
$22.50 - $29.25/hr
The Rigging Foreman leads field crews performing heavy lifts, equipment setting, and machinery moving on industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring work is executed ...
Rigger Foreman
Marlton, NJ · On-site
$24 - $31.25/hr
The Rigging Foreman leads field crews performing heavy lifts, equipment setting, and machinery moving on industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring work is executed ...
Rigger Foreman
Marlton, NJ · On-site
$24 - $31.25/hr
The Rigging Foreman leads field crews performing heavy lifts, equipment setting, and machinery moving on industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring work is executed ...
Rigger Foreman
Ambler, PA · On-site
$23 - $29.75/hr
The Rigging Foreman leads field crews performing heavy lifts, equipment setting, and machinery moving on industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring work is executed ...
Rigger Foreman
Ambler, PA · On-site
$23 - $29.75/hr
The Rigging Foreman leads field crews performing heavy lifts, equipment setting, and machinery moving on industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring work is executed ...
Rigger Foreman
Mullica Hill, NJ · On-site
$24.75 - $32/hr
The Rigging Foreman leads field crews performing heavy lifts, equipment setting, and machinery moving on industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring work is executed ...
Rigger Foreman
Mullica Hill, NJ · On-site
$24.75 - $32/hr
The Rigging Foreman leads field crews performing heavy lifts, equipment setting, and machinery moving on industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring work is executed ...
Rigger Foreman
$24.25 - $31.25/hr
The Rigging Foreman leads field crews performing heavy lifts, equipment setting, and machinery moving on industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring work is executed ...
Rigger Foreman
$24.25 - $31.25/hr
The Rigging Foreman leads field crews performing heavy lifts, equipment setting, and machinery moving on industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring work is executed ...
Rigger
$21.25 - $27.50/hr
This role requires hands-on experience with rigging equipment, strong situational awareness, and a commitment to safety in demanding oilfield and construction environments. * Select, inspect, and ...
New
Rigger
$21.25 - $27.50/hr
This role requires hands-on experience with rigging equipment, strong situational awareness, and a commitment to safety in demanding oilfield and construction environments. * Select, inspect, and ...
New
Rigger Foreman
$23 - $29.75/hr
Landwehr Construction, Inc. is a diverse construction company focusing on areas including, but not limited to, crane & rigging, demolition, environmental remediation, highway heavy, machinery moving ...
Rigger Foreman
$23 - $29.75/hr
Landwehr Construction, Inc. is a diverse construction company focusing on areas including, but not limited to, crane & rigging, demolition, environmental remediation, highway heavy, machinery moving ...
Rigger Foreman
Saint Cloud, MN · On-site
$23.75 - $30.75/hr
Landwehr Construction, Inc. is a diverse construction company focusing on areas including, but not limited to, crane & rigging, demolition, environmental remediation, highway heavy, machinery moving ...
Rigger Foreman
Saint Cloud, MN · On-site
$23.75 - $30.75/hr
Landwehr Construction, Inc. is a diverse construction company focusing on areas including, but not limited to, crane & rigging, demolition, environmental remediation, highway heavy, machinery moving ...
Rigger-New Construction
Calvert, AL · On-site
$26.75 - $34.75/hr
Position Summary The Rigger is responsible for assembling rigging to lift and moving equipment or material on a construction project. This position is deemed 'safety sensitive' due to the fact that a ...
Rigger-New Construction
Calvert, AL · On-site
$26.75 - $34.75/hr
Position Summary The Rigger is responsible for assembling rigging to lift and moving equipment or material on a construction project. This position is deemed 'safety sensitive' due to the fact that a ...
Rigger Foreman
Sioux Falls, SD · On-site
$23 - $29.75/hr
Landwehr Construction, Inc. is a diverse construction company focusing on areas including, but not limited to, crane & rigging, demolition, environmental remediation, highway heavy, machinery moving ...
Quick apply
Rigger Foreman
Sioux Falls, SD · On-site
$23 - $29.75/hr
Landwehr Construction, Inc. is a diverse construction company focusing on areas including, but not limited to, crane & rigging, demolition, environmental remediation, highway heavy, machinery moving ...
Rigger Foreman
Saint Cloud, MN · On-site
$23.75 - $30.75/hr
Landwehr Construction, Inc. is a diverse construction company focusing on areas including, but not limited to, crane & rigging, demolition, environmental remediation, highway heavy, machinery moving ...
Quick apply
Rigger Foreman
Saint Cloud, MN · On-site
$23.75 - $30.75/hr
Landwehr Construction, Inc. is a diverse construction company focusing on areas including, but not limited to, crane & rigging, demolition, environmental remediation, highway heavy, machinery moving ...
Rigger
Austin, TX · On-site
$23.75 - $30.75/hr
ProLift Rigging is a privately owned, purpose-driven industrial construction company that has a unique, opportunistic, and growth-oriented culture. OUR PURPOSE To acknowledge and glorify God by ...
Rigger
Austin, TX · On-site
$23.75 - $30.75/hr
ProLift Rigging is a privately owned, purpose-driven industrial construction company that has a unique, opportunistic, and growth-oriented culture. OUR PURPOSE To acknowledge and glorify God by ...
Rigger -Monroe, LA
$22.75 - $29.50/hr
OSHA 10 for Construction * OSHA 30 preferred not required Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: This is very physical, hands-on work. A Rigger must be able to perform General Physical ...
Rigger -Monroe, LA
$22.75 - $29.50/hr
OSHA 10 for Construction * OSHA 30 preferred not required Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: This is very physical, hands-on work. A Rigger must be able to perform General Physical ...
Rigger
Denver, CO · On-site
$24.75 - $32/hr
ProLift Rigging is a privately owned, purpose-driven industrial construction company that has a unique, opportunistic, and growth-oriented culture. OUR PURPOSE To acknowledge and glorify God by ...
Rigger
Denver, CO · On-site
$24.75 - $32/hr
ProLift Rigging is a privately owned, purpose-driven industrial construction company that has a unique, opportunistic, and growth-oriented culture. OUR PURPOSE To acknowledge and glorify God by ...
Rigger Foreman
$23.75 - $30.75/hr
Landwehr Construction, Inc. is a diverse construction company focusing on areas including, but not limited to, crane & rigging, demolition, environmental remediation, highway heavy, machinery moving ...
Rigger Foreman
$23.75 - $30.75/hr
Landwehr Construction, Inc. is a diverse construction company focusing on areas including, but not limited to, crane & rigging, demolition, environmental remediation, highway heavy, machinery moving ...
Rigger Foreman
Sioux Falls, SD · On-site
$23 - $29.75/hr
Landwehr Construction, Inc. is a diverse construction company focusing on areas including, but not limited to, crane & rigging, demolition, environmental remediation, highway heavy, machinery moving ...
Rigger Foreman
Sioux Falls, SD · On-site
$23 - $29.75/hr
Landwehr Construction, Inc. is a diverse construction company focusing on areas including, but not limited to, crane & rigging, demolition, environmental remediation, highway heavy, machinery moving ...
Rigger
Manassas, VA · On-site
$24 - $31/hr
ProLift Rigging is a privately owned, purpose-driven industrial construction company that has a unique, opportunistic, and growth-oriented culture. OUR PURPOSE To acknowledge and glorify God by ...
Rigger
Manassas, VA · On-site
$24 - $31/hr
ProLift Rigging is a privately owned, purpose-driven industrial construction company that has a unique, opportunistic, and growth-oriented culture. OUR PURPOSE To acknowledge and glorify God by ...
Rigger
Odessa, TX · On-site
$24.25 - $31.25/hr
ProLift Rigging is a privately owned, purpose-driven industrial construction company that has a unique, opportunistic, and growth-oriented culture. OUR PURPOSE To acknowledge and glorify God by ...
Quick apply
Rigger
Odessa, TX · On-site
$24.25 - $31.25/hr
ProLift Rigging is a privately owned, purpose-driven industrial construction company that has a unique, opportunistic, and growth-oriented culture. OUR PURPOSE To acknowledge and glorify God by ...
Construction Rigger information
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$14.18 - $16.22
1% of jobs
$16.22 - $18.25
6% of jobs
$18.25 - $20.28
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$20.28 - $22.31
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$23.09 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$22.31 - $24.34
16% of jobs
The median wage is $25.57 / hr.
$24.34 - $26.38
25% of jobs
$26.38 - $28.41
14% of jobs
$28.83 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$28.41 - $30.44
6% of jobs
$30.44 - $32.47
16% of jobs
$32.47 - $34.51
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$34.51 - $36.54
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How much do construction rigger jobs pay per hour?
As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for construction rigger in the United States is $26.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $29.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is a Construction Rigger job?
A Construction Rigger is responsible for setting up and securing heavy loads, such as equipment and structural components, using cables, pulleys, winches, and hoists. They ensure that materials are lifted and moved safely by calculating load weights, selecting appropriate rigging gear, and following strict safety protocols. Riggers work closely with crane operators and other construction personnel to facilitate efficient lifting operations. Their role is critical in preventing accidents and ensuring the structural integrity of lifted components.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Construction Rigger position, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Construction Rigger, you need a solid understanding of load calculations, rigging techniques, and safety protocols, often backed by completion of a recognized rigging certification or apprenticeship. Familiarity with cranes, hoisting equipment, hand tools, and safety systems like fall protection is essential. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and excellent problem-solving skills set high-performing riggers apart. These abilities ensure loads are moved safely and efficiently, minimizing risks and supporting successful project completion.
What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Construction Rigger on a job site?
Construction Riggers are responsible for setting up and securing rigging gear, attaching loads, signaling crane operators, inspecting equipment, and ensuring all lifting operations follow strict safety procedures. On a typical day, you'll work closely with crane crews, site supervisors, and other construction workers to ensure that heavy materials are properly lifted and relocated as needed. Rigging tasks can change frequently depending on the project's stage, so adaptability and clear communication are important. You may also be involved in maintenance of rigging equipment and are expected to report and address any safety concerns immediately. This role keeps you active on your feet and often outdoors, making for a dynamic and hands-on work environment.
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Barnhart rating
6.2
Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
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Job description
Position Overview: The Rigging Foreman leads field crews performing heavy lifts, equipment setting, and machinery moving on industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project plans, schedules, and customer requirements.
You'll serve as the on-site leader for daily rigging operations, working closely with project teams, crane operators, and clients to coordinate work and drive results.
Location: Eli Lilly project site in Lebanon, IN. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate for the duration of the project.
Key Responsibilities
Safety & Compliance
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Work Environment
PURPOSE - Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world.
MINDS OVER MATTER - Barnhart has built a nationwide reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry.
NETWORK - Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry's strongest network of talent and resources with over 60 branch locations across the U.S. working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development.
CULTURE - Barnhart has a strong team culture -- the "One TEAM." We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.
EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
You'll serve as the on-site leader for daily rigging operations, working closely with project teams, crane operators, and clients to coordinate work and drive results.
Location: Eli Lilly project site in Lebanon, IN. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate for the duration of the project.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and lead rigging crews on heavy industrial projects
- Assign daily work and coordinate manpower and equipment
- Conduct pre-task planning and ensure crews understand lift plans and procedures
- Oversee critical lifts, equipment setting, and specialized rigging operations
- Ensure proper selection, inspection, and use of rigging equipment
- Coordinate with project teams, subcontractors, and client representatives
- Maintain productivity while enforcing strict safety standards
- Track daily progress, manpower, and field issues
Safety & Compliance
- Promote a strong safety culture and enforce all safety requirements
- Lead daily safety meetings and hazard assessments
- Ensure PPE compliance and proper equipment inspections
- Participate in incident reviews and continuous improvement efforts
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of rigging or heavy industrial construction experience
- Prior leadership or foreman experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of rigging practices, crane operations, and equipment setting
- Ability to read lift plans, drawings, and load charts
- Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
- NCCCO Rigger and/or Signalperson certification
- OSHA 30 certification
- Experience with heavy industrial, refinery, or manufacturing projects
- Background in critical lifts or complex equipment installations
Work Environment
- Industrial construction sites (manufacturing, power, refinery, etc.)
- Outdoor work with travel, overtime, and weekend work as needed
PURPOSE - Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world.
MINDS OVER MATTER - Barnhart has built a nationwide reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry.
NETWORK - Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry's strongest network of talent and resources with over 60 branch locations across the U.S. working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development.
CULTURE - Barnhart has a strong team culture -- the "One TEAM." We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.
EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
About Barnhart
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Industry
Manufacturing
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Memphis, TN, US
Year founded
1969