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Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

San Diego, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

San Diego, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

San Diego, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

San Diego, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

Chula Vista, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

Encinitas, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

Del Mar, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

San Diego, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

San Diego, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA LLC

Rigger - SDCA

San Diego, CA · On-site

$25.50 - $33/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

El Cajon, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

Jamul, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

San Diego, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

San Diego, CA · On-site

$25.50 - $33/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

San Diego, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

San Diego, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

Spring Valley, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

San Diego, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA

San Diego, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

Austal USA

Rigger - SDCA-San Diego,California

Bonita, CA · On-site

$35.25/hr

Crane and Rigging Manager SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment * Will be held accountable for ...

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How much do crane rigging supervisor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for crane rigging supervisor in California is $68,137.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,300.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Crane Rigging Supervisor vs Crane Operator?

AspectCrane Rigging SupervisorCrane Operator
CertificationsRigging certifications, OSHA safety trainingCrane operation licenses, OSHA safety training
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial projectsConstruction sites, industrial projects
ResponsibilitiesOversees rigging setup, ensures safety, coordinates lifting plansOperates crane to lift and move loads

The Crane Rigging Supervisor focuses on overseeing rigging operations, safety, and coordination, while the Crane Operator is responsible for operating the crane itself. Both roles require safety certifications and work in similar environments, but their core duties differ significantly, with the supervisor managing the rigging process and the operator handling crane controls.

What does a crane rigging supervisor do?

A crane rigging supervisor oversees the safe and efficient rigging and lifting operations involving cranes. They coordinate with crane operators and ground crew, inspect rigging equipment, ensure compliance with safety standards, and often hold certifications such as NCCCO. Their role is critical in planning lifts, managing risks, and ensuring the stability of loads during lifting projects.
Infographic showing various Crane Rigging Supervisor job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,137 per year, or $32.8 per hour.

Rigger - SDCA

San Diego, CA • On-site

Austal USA
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$35.25/hr

Full-time

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Austal USA rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

REPORTS TO: Crane and Rigging Manager
SUPERVISES: N/A
AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Must be technically proficient in tasks, work processes, and safe use of rigging equipment
  • Will be held accountable for completion of daily work assignments including the completion and signatures for work completion and quality
  • Will maintain cleanliness and organization on assigned job sites
  • Be responsible for selection and utilization of proper lifting gear
  • Set up crane hoisting equipment
  • Will be expected to work any assigned shift
  • May be assigned tasks that are outside the normal craft assignments
  • Monitor the job site for compliance with quality, safety, and environmental and health regulations
  • Will be expected to demonstrate the ability to apply practices which satisfy regulatory requirements and industry wide established guidelines to carry out instructions or directions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Also, will be expected to be able to identify and then resolve small problems which arise while carrying out day-to-day tasks

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:
  • High School Diploma/GED, or 5 years Maritime experience
  • One year minimum work experience as a rigger in a shipyard environment or similar industry
  • Must be willing to participate in continuous improvement by way of on-the-job training for less experienced co-workers
  • Must have a thorough knowledge of equipment used in rigging operations, including but not limited to lifting and moving equipment
  • Must have knowledge of shipyard terminology such as general ship structure and vessel layout
  • Must have a thorough knowledge of USA Standard hand signals
  • Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, divide and measure using the metric system
  • Must demonstrate acceptable proficiency by participating in and successfully completing the Austal USA Overhead Crane/Rigging training course which will include both written and functional examinations
  • Must demonstrate the ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence and memos, write simple correspondence, and effectively present information in one-on-one or small group situations

TOOLS: Will be expected to acquire basic tools on a list which will be provided by the Crane/Rigging Manager
DIRECTION EXERCISED: N/A
DISCRETION EXERCISED: N/A
LIAISES WITH: Production Department Foremen and Supervisors, Health, Safety and Environmental representatives
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:
  • Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:
  • 18 years of age or older at time of application
  • Able to provide proof of US Person Status
  • No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
  • No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date
  • Willing to submit to a drug screen
  • Willing to submit to a background check

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to tour all vessels and work sites.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud, + 90 dB.
Specific physical requirements include the following:
  • Must have the ability to bend, squat, stoop, crawl, and kneel.
  • Perform prolonged standing.
  • Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axis.
  • Ability to turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical axis.
  • Lift/push/pull 50lbs to 75lbs on an occasional basis.
  • Lift/push/pull up to 20lbs on a frequent basis.
  • Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps).
  • Ability to work at heights above 12' while working from ladders, scaffolding and/or man lifts.
  • Able to work at a variety of levels (ex. waist, eye, overhead).
  • Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and equipment.
  • Demonstrate good balance while working on uneven surfaces and maneuvering obstacles.
  • Possess sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipment.
  • Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toes shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.) safely per OSHA standards.
  • Ability to withstand cold and hot temperatures.
  • Ability to enter 18" x 36" openings and work in confined spaces for prolonged periods of time.
  • Able to respond to verbal and audible sounds/commands.
  • Able to utilize adequate visual skills.
  • Ability to fully extend the arm while reaching overhead, reaching out, reaching to the side and reaching down.
  • Ability to perceive attributes of an object/material such as size, shape, temperature and texture by means of receptors in the hands and fingers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters whole performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.
SAFETY
Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.
COMPENSATION
Pay rate is $35.25.
Equal Employment Commitment
Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.
Austal's commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.

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