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A skilled Rigger is meticulous with construction and always aware of safety on the construction ... Breaking down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections. Qualifications * High ...

CDL Driver/Rigger - Sparks, NV

Sparks, NV ยท On-site

$24.50 - $31.75/hr

Breaking down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections * Ongoing Inspection of equipment and making necessary repairs, or taking equipment out of service as needed * Ensuring ...

Rigging 2

Atlanta, GA ยท On-site

$32/hr

A skilled Rigger is meticulous with construction and always aware of safety on the construction ... Breaking down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections. Qualifications * High ...

Rigging 2

Atlanta, GA ยท On-site

$32/hr

A skilled Rigger is meticulous with construction and always aware of safety on the construction ... Breaking down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections. Qualifications * High ...

Rigging 2

Atlanta, GA ยท On-site

$32/hr

A skilled Rigger is meticulous with construction and always aware of safety on the construction ... Breaking down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections. * High school diploma or ...

Rigging 1

Temple, TX ยท On-site

$22.25 - $28.75/hr

As a Rigger, you will be required to prepare the materials before loading, set up the rigging ... Breaking down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections. * High school diploma or ...

VA ยท On-site

$22 - $28/hr

Breaking down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections. Qualifications * High school diploma or GED. 3+ years working as a Rigging * Preferred Level 1 NCCCO certification.

Rigging 1

Temple, TX ยท On-site

$22.25 - $28.75/hr

As a Rigger, you will be required to prepare the materials before loading, set up the rigging ... Breaking down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections. Qualifications * High ...

Rigging 1

Temple, TX ยท On-site

$22.25 - $28.75/hr

As a Rigger, you will be required to prepare the materials before loading, set up the rigging ... Breaking down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections. Qualifications * High ...

Rigging 2

Atlanta, GA ยท On-site

$32/hr

A skilled Rigger is meticulous with construction and always aware of safety on the construction ... Breaking down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections. Qualifications * High ...

Rigging 1

Temple, TX ยท On-site

$22.25 - $28.75/hr

As a Rigger, you will be required to prepare the materials before loading, set up the rigging ... Breaking down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections. Qualifications * High ...

A skilled Rigger is meticulous with construction and always aware of safety on the construction ... Breaking down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections. Qualifications * High ...

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A skilled Rigger is meticulous with construction and always aware of safety on the construction ... Breaking down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections. Qualifications * High ...

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Break down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections * Ongoing Inspection of equipment and making necessary repairs, or taking equipment out of service as needed * Ensure compliance ...

Rigger

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$21.50 - $28/hr

The Rigger will demonstrate experience and expertise alongside others who take the profession ... Set up and break down necessary equipment. * Fabricate job-specific systems as needed. * Properly ...

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CDL Driver/Rigger - Sparks, NV

Sparks, NV โ€ข On-site

Lawson Drayage Inc
11 - 50 employees

$25 - $28/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Work in a team to safely receive, load, and deliver machinery for customers.

  • Inspect, prepare, and determine proper rigging methods and equipment for moving heavy machinery.

  • Operate and maintain rigging and lifting equipment, ensuring safety compliance and proper setup.


Job description

Description:

Drivers/Riggers/Machinery Movers must be able to work in a team-oriented environment dedicated to the safe set up, loading, and relocation of heavy equipment. As a Driver/Rigger/Machinery Mover, you will be required to work in a team to safely receive, load and deliver the customers machinery. You will also be required to communicate with your team members and be compliant with state health and safety regulations. We are looking for candidates that have a general understanding of rigging and rigging equipment; chains, binders, ratchet straps in addition to operation of forklifts, overhead lifts, jacks, rollers, hoists and other rigging equipment to move machinery. We offer training/certification on all aspects of the job and are looking for employees to further their knowledge and skill level with our fleet of late model trucks and equipment. These skills are preferred, but not required, as we believe on the job training is the most effective way to learn the trade. 

Essential Functions

  • Communicate with dispatch regarding job scope and daily tasks
  • Inspecting and preparing loads that need to be moved
  • Determining proper method of lifting equipment for each assigned project
  • Selecting the appropriate rigging gear.
  • Preparing rigging equipment including, but not limited to, beams, pulleys, clamps, and bolts
  • Inspecting rigging equipment before each use.
  • Loading and unloading semi-trucks including strapping and securing in a safe manner
  • Setting, aligning, and leveling heavy equipment machinery
  • Using proper methods when working with overhead lifts, hoists, winches, cranes, jacks, rollers, forklifts and other needed equipment
  • Determining weights and identify center of gravity items to be lifted
  • Moving needed equipment to and from work areas
  • Uncrating of materials using power tools
  • Wrapping, banding, and packing equipment
  • Moving floor covering and set up jobsites as needed
  • Cleaning up work areas, return tools to appropriate location, and sweep/clean up debris
  • Effectively communicating with rigging, construction, engineering, customers, and other on-site teams
  • Breaking down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections
  • Ongoing Inspection of equipment and making necessary repairs, or taking equipment out of service as needed
  • Ensuring compliance with state and company safety procedures
  • Arrive and clock in on time for each scheduled shift
  • Clock out appropriately for each scheduled shift
  • Provide status updates to dispatch during jobs
  • Complete and maintain up to date safety training
  • Behave professionally while working
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:

 Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Preferred but not required: Two (2) years Driver/Rigger/Machinery Mover experience
  • Valid Class A CDL License and DOT medical card or ability to become licensed
  • Acceptable MVR (motor vehicle record) and Accident History
  • Previous forklift experience and/or ability to become forklift certified
  • Ability to navigate basic computer programs for training, payroll, and other operational functions
  • Familiarity with OSHA safety standards
  • Familiarity with logistics or machinery moving industry
  • Knowledge and ability to operate hand tools, power tools, moving equipment.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to problem solve and focus on solutions
  • Driven, highly self-motivated, and safety conscientious       

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift, carry, push, pull a minimum of 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to lift/maneuver heavy equipment
  • Must be able to perform tasks requiring frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting
  • Ability to work outdoors in harsh weather conditions.
  • Must be able to sit for extended drives
  • Excellent hearing and vision
  • Must be able to work at heights
  • Must be able to work in noisy environments