Riggers

Top 3 Rigger Jobs

  • Advanced Rigger - Bengal Transportation Services LLC - Gramercy, LA

    The Rigger "A" properly fastens loads to prepare them for moving, using hand and power tools in order to meet industry & company regulated rules, policies and procedures. The Rigger "A" attaches ...

  • Rigger - Talent Source - San Diego, CA

    As a Rigger at Talent Source, you will play a vital role in supporting shipyard operations by safely and efficiently rigging and hoisting heavy equipment and materials. Below are the key ...

  • Rigger Helper 1 - Continental Maritime of San Diego - San Diego, CA

    The Rigger Helper 1 is responsible for rigging material to lift, move, and position onto ships or to move around the shipyard; conveys instructions to crane operators and forklift drivers using hand ...

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What Riggers Do

Set up or repair rigging for construction projects, manufacturing plants, logging yards, ships and shipyards, or for the entertainment industry.


Rigger Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 21,300
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $48,130

Job Outlook for Riggers

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 2,600
  • Growth rate: 12 percent (Faster than average)

How to Become a Rigger

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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