Rigger

Pay: $28.00- $30.00 per hour

Job Description

Fagioli, Inc. / F2 Construction (LLC)

Fagioli is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Rigger to support heavy lift, heavy haul, and Self-Propelled Modular Transporter (SPMT) operations on major industrial and construction projects.

The Rigger is responsible for assembling, inspecting, and operating rigging equipment used to lift, lower, position, and secure heavy machinery, structural steel, modules, and oversized loads. This role plays a critical part in ensuring all lifting and transport activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements.

What You'll Do

• Assemble, install, inspect, and maintain rigging equipment, including slings, shackles, cables, chains, pulleys, blocks, and hoists.
• Attach loads to rigging equipment and prepare them for lifting, positioning, or transport.
• Align, level, and secure machinery and heavy equipment.
• Select the appropriate rigging gear based on load dimensions, weight, lift plans, and site conditions.
• Assist with heavy lift and SPMT transport operations.
• Install pulleys, blocks, and lifting equipment onto overhead structures and support systems.
• Operate chain falls, hoists, winches, and other rigging devices to control load movement.
• Guide crane operators, SPMT operators, and transport crews using hand signals and verbal communication.
• Control and maneuver suspended loads around obstacles utilizing safe rigging techniques.
• Inspect travel paths, lifting areas, and work zones for hazards prior to operations.
• Perform rigging inspections and verify equipment is safe and compliant before use.
• Dismantle, store, and maintain rigging equipment after project completion.
• Follow all company, customer, and project-specific safety procedures.
• Report unsafe conditions, incidents, and near-misses immediately to supervision.
• Support a safety-first culture on all project sites.

Required Experience and Qualifications

We are seeking candidates with experience supporting heavy lifting, heavy haul, construction, industrial, or specialized transport operations.

• Minimum 3 years of rigging, crane support, heavy haul, millwright, construction, or industrial experience.
• Ability to read and interpret lift drawings, blueprints, rigging plans, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of rigging equipment, load calculations, and safe lifting practices.
• Experience working around cranes, heavy equipment, or oversized loads.
• Strong understanding of construction and industrial safety procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with operators, supervisors, and crew members.
• Strong problem-solving and hazard-recognition skills.
• Ability to work safely in high-risk industrial and construction environments.
• Ability to recognize unsafe conditions and initiate stop-work actions when necessary.
• Willingness to travel and work varying schedules based on project requirements.

Preferred Certifications and Training

• NCCCO Rigger Certification
• OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification
• Signal Person Qualification
• First Aid and CPR Certification
• Experience supporting SPMT, heavy haul, or specialized transport operations
• TWIC Card (if required by project)

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong situational awareness and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to visualize load movement and rigging configurations
• Good judgment and decision-making abilities
• Strong commitment to safety and quality
• Ability to work under pressure in dynamic job site environments
• Mechanical aptitude and understanding of lifting equipment
• Ability to follow technical instructions and lift plans

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry heavy rigging equipment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work in physically demanding environments for extended periods.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces when required.
• Ability to maintain balance while working around heavy equipment and uneven terrain.
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to see, hear, and communicate clearly in active construction environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to perform repetitive physical activity throughout extended shifts.

Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (HSEQ)

• Follow all company, customer, and project-specific HSEQ requirements.
• Inspect rigging equipment prior to each use.
• Verify loads are properly secured and balanced before lifting or transport.
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Maintain awareness of hazards associated with suspended loads and heavy equipment.
• Report hazards, incidents, and near-misses immediately.
• Support stop-work authority and intervene when unsafe conditions are observed.

Work Environment

• Industrial construction sites
• Manufacturing facilities
• Refineries, plants, and heavy industrial environments
• Active heavy haul and SPMT transport operations
• Exposure to cranes, heavy equipment, moving loads, and changing weather conditions
• Schedule may include days, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts depending on project requirements
• Travel to various project locations may be required

Why Join Fagioli

• Participate in complex, high-profile heavy lift and transport projects.
• Work alongside industry-leading heavy haul and rigging professionals.
• Gain experience with specialized transport and SPMT operations.
• Join a growing organization with long-term project opportunities.
• Develop valuable skills in heavy lifting, rigging, and industrial construction.
• Work in a safety-focused, team-oriented environment.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Work Location: In Person

Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Have you worked on shutdowns, turnarounds, or maintenance projects?
• What is the largest lift or heaviest load you've worked with?
• Are you willing to travel nationwide?
• Are you willing to work overtime and weekends?

Experience:

• Rigging: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person