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Hitachi

Transport & Logistics Specialist

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Your work will focus heavily on heavy-lift transportation, including handling equipment weighing hundreds of tons, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant delivery across international routes. You ...

Morgan Corp.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Raleigh, NC

Description We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team ... Physical ability to sit, stand, and operate equipment for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs

Matrix Service

Heavy Equipment Operator

Rougemont, NC

$33 - $35/hr

Responsible for operating a variety of heavy equipment including but not limited to front-end ... May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50 lbs. * Requires visual ability sufficient to ...

Matrix Service

Heavy Equipment Operator

Rougemont, NC · On-site

Responsible for operating a variety of heavy equipment including but not limited to front-end ... May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50 lbs. * Requires visual ability sufficient to ...

Matrix Service

Heavy Equipment Operator

Rougemont, NC · On-site

Responsible for operating a variety of heavy equipment including but not limited to front-end ... May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50 lbs. * Requires visual ability sufficient to ...

Charah Solutions

Heavy Equipment Operator

Moncure, NC · On-site

This position is responsible for the use and operation of heavy construction equipment which could ... Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds * Be subject to loud noises * Be subject to atmospheric ...

OES Equipment

Mechanic Heavy Equipment

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$25.25 - $33.25/hr

... heavy equipment rental company who is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to support our Raleigh ... Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times. Company Description DPR has been nationally ...

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What is the difference between Heavy Lift vs Crane Operator?

AspectHeavy LiftCrane Operator
Required CredentialsHeavy Lift certifications, rigging, signalingCrane operation licenses, certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial projects, shippingConstruction sites, ports, industrial facilities
Industry UsageHeavy lifting of large, complex loadsOperating cranes to move loads

Heavy Lift specialists focus on lifting and transporting large, heavy loads using specialized equipment, often requiring rigging and signaling skills. Crane Operators operate cranes to move loads within construction or industrial sites. While both roles involve lifting, Heavy Lift workers handle more complex, large-scale projects, whereas Crane Operators focus on operating cranes efficiently and safely.

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Infographic showing various Heavy Lift job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Machinery Moving Supervisor

Durham, NC • On-site

Guy M. Turner, Inc.
Trucking • 201 - 500 employees
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Job description

Description Summary

The Rigging Foreman / Supervisor is a top-level hands-on position. You will be responsible for leading work crews and workers engaged in the lifting and moving of materials, and machines, while utilizing power operated equipment such as hoists, winches, cranes, forklifts etc. The Rigging Foreman typically works without supervision, expected to work long hours, and subject to working weekends and holidays.


Responsibilities
  • Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in all rigging and lifting activities, to ensure compliance with safety procedures and method statements. Familiar with heavy lift plans and procedures.
  • Assists and determines the proper method of lifting equipment for each assigned project.
  • Conducts basic loading of heavy lift projects by rigging the customer equipment and ensuring the proper use of each equipment method.
  • Directs crew to move equipment to and from work areas.
  • Ability to optimize resources (manpower, equipment, and materials) to ensure efficient and timely completion of the project.
  • Ensures that work crews are properly supplied with tools, equipment, and materials. Prevents the misuse of equipment, materials, and tools.
  • Ability to read, interpret and follow procedures. Competent in reading and understanding specifications, drawings, and all other discipline related project and engineering documentation. Keeps records of all work completed.
  • Specifies locations for movement of machinery using knowledge of various methods of sliding and lifting equipment.
  • Familiar with and enforces strict compliance with all OSHA Safety procedures, including all Company rules and regulations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience.
  • Must have 1-3 years of rigging or heavy lift experience.
  • Must have 2-3 years Forman experience,
  • Must be proficient with basic computer skills.
  • Must have proficient oral and written communication skills.
  • Possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Desired
  • Prefer candidates with at least 1-3 years of experience as Foreman or Lead position.
  • Safety training and certification preferred.

Physical Demands
  • This job requires the employee to stand, walk, sit, and stand for long periods of time, and ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
  • Approximately 90% of time spent in external conditions which may include temperature variance, elevated noise levels, dust, and fumes; Travel is required possible overnights.

Work Environment

The employee will be required to wear appropriate PPE equipment. The employee could occasionally be exposed to extreme temperatures, fumes, or airborne particles. The noise level in the workplace is moderate.

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