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Shipyard Rigger Jobs in Louisiana (NOW HIRING)

PCM & Affiliated Companies

Skilled Laborer

Lafayette, LA

$16 - $21/hr

Assembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material in manufacturing plant, shipyard, or on construction project by performing the following duties. Essential Qualifications, Duties, and ...

Conrad Shipyard

Crane Operator

Morgan City, LA · On-site

Communicate with riggers, signal persons, and other team members to coordinate lifting and movement tasks. * Monitor load movement to ensure loads are stable, balanced, and secure. * Perform pre ...

Conrad Shipyard

Crane Operator

Morgan City, LA · On-site

Communicate with riggers, signal persons, and other team members to coordinate lifting and movement tasks. * Monitor load movement to ensure loads are stable, balanced, and secure. * Perform pre ...

T. Parker Host

Crane Operator

Westwego, LA · On-site

... rigging equipment or material. Education, Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities Required: * HS diploma/GED and previous crane experience at Avondale shipyard is preferred * Friction and ...

PCM & Affiliated Companies

Roustabout

Jennings, LA

Assembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material in manufacturing plant, shipyard, or on construction project by performing the following duties. Essential Qualifications, Duties, and ...

PCM & Affiliated Companies

Roustabout

Scott, LA

Assembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material in manufacturing plant, shipyard, or on construction project by performing the following duties. Essential Qualifications, Duties, and ...

PCM & Affiliated Companies

Roustabout

Jennings, LA

Assembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material in manufacturing plant, shipyard, or on construction project by performing the following duties. Essential Qualifications, Duties, and ...

PCM & Affiliated Companies

Roustabout

Scott, LA · On-site

Assembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material in manufacturing plant, shipyard, or on construction project by performing the following duties. Essential Qualifications, Duties, and ...

T. Parker Host

Crane Operator

Avondale, LA · On-site

... rigging equipment or material. Education, Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities Required: • HS diploma/GED and previous crane experience at Avondale shipyard is preferred • Friction and ...

T. Parker Host

Crane Operator

Westwego, LA · On-site

... rigging equipment or material. Education, Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities Required: • HS diploma/GED and previous crane experience at Avondale shipyard is preferred • Friction and ...

T. Parker Host

Crane Operator

Saint Joseph, LA · On-site

... rigging equipment or material. Education, Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities Required: • HS diploma/GED and previous crane experience at Avondale shipyard is preferred • Friction and ...

T. Parker Host

Crane Operator

Avondale, LA · On-site

... rigging equipment or material. Education, Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities Required: • HS diploma/GED and previous crane experience at Avondale shipyard is preferred • Friction and ...

Pipeline Construction & Maintenance

Skilled Laborer

Houma, LA · On-site

$16.25 - $21.25/hr

Assembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material in manufacturing plant, shipyard, or on construction project by performing the following duties. Essential Qualifications, Duties, and ...

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How much do shipyard rigger jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for shipyard rigger in Louisiana is $22.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a shipyard rigger do?

A typical day for a Shipyard Rigger involves inspecting and setting up rigging gear, coordinating with crane operators, and safely hoisting and positioning large ship components or materials. Rigging tasks often require reading blueprints or load charts, communicating effectively with team members, and adhering strictly to safety protocols to prevent accidents. Shipyard Riggers work as part of a crew and frequently interact with welders, engineers, and supervisors to complete complex projects on schedule. The work is hands-on and physically demanding, usually conducted outdoors or in large industrial facilities, offering a dynamic environment for those who enjoy challenging, team-oriented roles.

What is a shipyard rigger?

A Shipyard Rigger is responsible for lifting, moving, and securing heavy equipment, machinery, and ship components using ropes, cables, hoists, and other rigging gear. They work closely with crane operators and other tradespeople to ensure safe and efficient transportation of materials within a shipyard. Rigging requires knowledge of weight distribution, load limits, and proper securing techniques to prevent accidents. Shipyard Riggers must follow strict safety protocols and often work in challenging environments, including heights and confined spaces.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a shipyard rigger?

To thrive as a Shipyard Rigger, you need hands-on skills in rigging, hoisting, and securing heavy loads, along with a high school diploma or equivalent and related experience or apprenticeship. Proficiency with rigging equipment, cranes, load charts, and safety protocols—including OSHA certifications—are typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong communication are essential soft skills for efficiently coordinating with various trades on site. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining a safe work environment and ensuring the accurate and timely movement of materials and equipment within the shipyard.

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Infographic showing various Shipyard Rigger job openings in Louisiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,274 per year, or $22.2 per hour.

Skilled Laborer

PCM & Affiliated Companies

Lake Charles, LA

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Position: Skilled Laborer

Reports To: Foreman

Summary: Assembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material in manufacturing plant, shipyard, or on construction project by performing the following duties.

Essential Qualifications, Duties, and Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned)

  • Works with craft personnel and assist in removing scale, sand, paint, grease, tar, rust and dirt from equipment.
  • Utilize shovels and other hand equipment to move products from one place to another as directed.
  • Utilize mops and brooms to clean areas of work free of clutter and environmentally friendly.
  • Inspect tools for safe usage prior to delivering and/or removing tools from work locations.
  • Ensures that a proper inventory of equipment is readily available in trucks, trailers or other tool storage areas.
  • Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces, by the use of tag lines.
  • Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads in order to ensure safety of workers, equipment and materials.
  • Assist in the loading, unloading and securing of loads for transportation.
  • Dismantle and store rigging equipment out of environmental elements after each use.
  • Must have prior experience working in the pipeline industry.

Physical Demands: The employee must regularly lift up to 50 pounds and carry up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Skilled Laborers must be willing to comply with PCM Health, Safety, and Environmental rules and regulations. They must also comply with all governmental regulations.

The above description covers some of the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not however, be constructed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day.

I have read and understand all the duties and requirements listed above.

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