Rigger
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LocationBaton Rouge, LA, US
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedSep 8, 2025 · 1y ago
Verified live1d ago
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Knowledge of complex rigging, heavy rigging
Knowledge of change crane boom and cable
Knowledge of electrical safety
Knowledge of ladder and scaffold safety
Knowledge of introduction to lifting machinery
Knowledge of wire rope basics
Knowledge of basic rigging
Knowledge of fire prevention
Knowledge of sizing of chokers
Knowledge of load charts
Knowledge of cutting torches
Basic knowledge of blueprint reading
Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work
Learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment
Ability to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs (occasionally up to 100 lbs)
Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms and legs
Hand/eye coordination
Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work
Ability to perform sedentary to heavy work
May operate hand and power tools of all types
Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
Use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
Prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing/pulling, or standing and lifting
Walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand
May be required to work in confined spaces
Exposed to adverse weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.)
Ability to communicate effectively with management/supervision
Reading and writing comprehension for giving and receiving directions and safety policy
Ability to use math/complete calculations
Work at various tempos and concentrate amid distractions
Decision making skills
Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details
Highly recommended to obtain a certification from a nationally recognized organization such as NCCER
More information about this job
Overview
The Rigger must have knowledge of complex rigging, heavy rigging, change crane boom and cable, electrical safety, ladder and scaffold safety, introduction to lifting machinery, wire rope basics, basic rigging, fire prevention, sizing of chokers, load charts, cutting torches, and basic knowledge of blueprint reading. It is highly recommended that all riggers obtain a certification form a nationally recognized organization such as, but not limited to NCCER. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.
Responsibilities
*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.
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Load, transport, unload, and assists in selecting cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks and sheaves, according to weight and size of load to be moved
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Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads, in order to ensure safety of workers and materials
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Perform minor maintenance or cleaning activities of tools and equipment
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Assist other craft workers as needed
Qualifications
Physical
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Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.
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Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs
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Hand/eye coordination
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Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work
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Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work
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May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types
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Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
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Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
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Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting
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Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
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May be required to work in confined spaces
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Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)
Mental
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Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision
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Reading and writing comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions to perform work and/or safety policy
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Ability to use math/complete calculations
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Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
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Decision making skills necessary
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Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details
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