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Prolift Rigging

Rigger

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$23.50 - $30.25/hr

ProLift Rigging 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 ...

TNT Crane & Rigging

Rigger

Atlanta, GA

$26 - $30/hr

Rigger Location: Atlanta Reports to: Branch Manager Southway is offering our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which include health benefits, paid vacation, per diem ...

Prolift Rigging

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 ...

Prolift Rigging

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 ...

Southway Crane & Rigging

Rigger

Atlanta, GA

$26 - $30/hr

Rigger Location: Atlanta Reports to: Branch Manager Southway is offering our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which include health benefits, paid vacation, per diem ...

TNT Crane & Rigging

Rigger

Billings, MT

$23.75 - $30.50/hr

Rigger Location: Billings Reports to: Branch Manager JMS is offering our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which include health benefits, paid vacation, per diem, and ...

TNT Crane & Rigging

Rigger

Billings, MT

$23.75 - $30.50/hr

Rigger Location: Billings Reports to: Branch Manager JMS is offering our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which include health benefits, paid vacation, per diem, and ...

Prolift Rigging

Rigger

Mesquite, TX · On-site

$21.75 - $28.25/hr

Job Title 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 ...

TNT Crane & Rigging

Rigger

Albuquerque, NM

$20 - $26/hr

Rigger Location: Albuquerque, NM Reports to: Branch Manager RMS is offering our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which include health benefits, paid vacation, per ...

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Prolift Rigging

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 ...

Prolift Rigging

Rigger

Mesquite, TX · On-site

$21.75 - $28.25/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 ...

Barnhart Crane & Rigging

Rigger

Forest City, IA · On-site

$22 - $28.50/hr

As a Rigger, you'll play a critical role in major projects-from wind farms to heavy haul operations-while building a long-term career with real growth opportunities. What You'll Do This role offers ...

Prolift Rigging

Rigger

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$23 - $29.75/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 ...

Prolift Rigging

Rigger

Dickinson, ND · On-site

$22.75 - $29.50/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 ...

Prolift Rigging

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 ...

Barnhart Crane & Rigging

Rigger

Memphis, TN

$23.25 - $30/hr

As a Rigger, you'll play a critical role in major projects while building a long-term career with real growth opportunities. What You'll Do This role offers hands-on experience across multiple ...

Prolift Rigging

Rigger

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$23.25 - $30.25/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 ...

TNT Crane & Rigging

Rigger

Casper, WY

$20.25 - $26.25/hr

Rigger Location: RMS Wind Report to: Branch Manager RMS is looking to add an experienced full-time Rigger to our growing Branch. The following are a list of requirements; You must meet all the ...

The Prolift Rigging Company

Rigger

Mesquite, TX · On-site

$21.75 - $28.25/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 ...

The Prolift Rigging Company

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 ...

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As of Jun 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for 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 Does a Rigger Do?

A rigger uses ropes, pulleys, and other tools to move heavy objects. Riggers are especially needed in tight construction spaces where heavy machinery cannot always fit. Riggers utilize cranes to move bulky items, securing their load with heavy chains, cables, or straps to securely move items from place to place. Riggers also use a system of pulleys and chain motors to maneuver items.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Rigger, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Rigger, you need a solid understanding of rigging techniques, load calculations, and safety regulations, typically supported by a high school diploma and relevant rigging certifications. Familiarity with cranes, hoists, pulleys, and inspection tools, as well as compliance with OSHA standards, is essential. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong communication skills help ensure safe and efficient operations on job sites. These skills are crucial to prevent accidents, maintain productivity, and uphold workplace safety standards.

What are some common challenges faced by Riggers on construction sites, and how can they be addressed?

Riggers often encounter challenges such as working in confined or elevated spaces, managing heavy loads with precision, and coordinating closely with crane operators and other team members to ensure safety. Proper communication, rigorous adherence to safety protocols, and continuous training in the use of rigging equipment are essential for overcoming these challenges. Being proactive in hazard identification and participating in regular safety meetings also help Riggers maintain a safe and efficient work environment.

What is the difference between Rigger vs Crane Operator?

AspectRiggerCrane Operator
Required CertificationsRigger certification, OSHA safety trainingCrane operator license, OSHA safety training
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial settings, shipyardsConstruction sites, ports, industrial facilities
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction, shipping, oil & gasConstruction, shipping, manufacturing

While both riggers and crane operators work closely on construction and industrial sites, riggers focus on attaching and guiding loads, requiring specialized rigging certifications. Crane operators operate heavy machinery to lift loads, needing specific licensing. Both roles are essential for safe and efficient lifting operations, often working together but with distinct responsibilities and certifications.

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Prolift Rigging

Lynchburg, VA • On-site

$23.50 - $30.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

ProLift Rigging

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 living in submission to Him as we steward His resources, giving Him thanks through the meaningful work we do, and directing the profits of our business to the redemptive work He is doing on the earth.

Our Mission

To be the best full-service lifting, rigging, and relocation solutions company, enabling total project success for teams that construct, move, or maintain mission-critical plant, machines, and equipment.

Best is:

  • Loyal and growing customers that consider us the best.
  • Aligned, engaged, value-driven, and effective team members doing whatever it takes to achieve our mission.
  • Esteemed by the participants in our industry.
  • High return on capital.

Our Core Values

  • Safety - Evaluate risk, plan to mitigate it to protect customers, our team, the public, and property.
  • Focus - Focus on the potential of our customers and fellow teammates, working for their success as if our success is on the line.
  • Ingenuity - Think about, discuss, and implement ideas that make us better.
  • Superintend - take seriously the opportunity to wisely invest time, talent, and capital for the benefit of others.
  • Respect - Soberly respect others and the work we do. Both matters.
  • Diligence - Remember that any meaningful goal is achieved through dogged persistence and staying engaged.
  • Teamwork - We are a team that needs each member's contribution to achieve our mission.

Responsibilities:

  • Aligns, levels, and anchors cranes and equipment
  • Assembles and installs supporting structures, rigging, hoist, and pulling gear
  • Connects pulley and blocks to fixed overhead structures with bolts, shackles, and clamps
  • Cleans and dresses machine and surfaces of parts
  • Controls movements of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces
  • Dismantles maintains, and stores rigging equipment
  • Manipulate rigging lines, hoist to move or support materials, steel, and concrete
  • Selects gears, cables, and shackles according to load size, facilities, and work schedule
  • Signals or gives direction to workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure the safety of workers and materials
  • Test rigging to ensure safety and reliability before engaging in hoisting and lifting
  • Individuals will be expected to complete ProLift Specific, Regulatory and Identified Equipment training through our internal LMS system.
  • Individuals may be asked/required to complete 3rd party and customer required training to gain on-site access.
  • Other duties as assigned/requested.

ProLift Rigging Offers:

  • Competitive salary
  • Bonus program that pays for performance
  • 401(k)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Vacation and Holiday Pay
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Other additional personal and professional benefits are available.

Required Qualifications:

  • Must have excellent mechanical reasoning
  • Good perception of math applications, weights, measurement, and balance
  • Must be flexible with your schedule, able to travel, and able to work overtime
  • Must pass a drug test, fit for duty assessment, and background check
  • Must be able to lift 75 lbs.

Education:

  • HS diploma or equivalent

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

OSHA 10 is a plus

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

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