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Rigger Journeyman
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A Rigger hoists heavy objects using a system of ropes, pulleys, bolts, and winches, often at a lumberyard, shipyard, construction site, or manufacturing facility.
$51,158 / year median in Texas
+11% projected growth
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Position range in Jefferson County $43k - $76k Per Year Rigger Journeyman
BECHTEL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
Occupation:
Riggers
Location:
Port Arthur, TX - 77642
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment
Posted:
06/09/2026
Positions available: 4
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas
Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
08/31/2026
Expires:
09/30/2026
Job #: 17024922
Job Requirements and Properties
Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite
Full Time Experience
48 Month(s) Age
18 and up Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment Public Transit
Available Help for . Rigger Journey Day Shift Port Arthur, Texas Port Arthur LNG 1. Loads, transports, unloads and assists in selecting all rigging tackle, according to weight and size of load to be moved.
2. Attaches pulley and blocks to fixed overhead structures such as beams, ceilings and gin pole booms, with bolts and clamps.
3. Attaches loads with appropriate rigging tackle to crane hook.
4. Gives directions to Crane Operator engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and material handlers, using hand signals, or radio communications.
5. Assists Crane Operator in assembly and disassembly of cranes.
6. Sets up braces and rigs hoisting equipment, using hand tools and power wrenches.
7. May direct workers engaged in hoisting of machinery and equipment in ships, railroad cars or trucks, piperacks, laydown yards, structures, compressor decks.
8. Loads, transports and unloads materials, tools, equipment and supplies.
9. Cleans and maintains tools, equipment and work area and restock supplies and materials as necessary.
10.Performs minor maintenance or cleaning activities on tools and equipment.
11. Plans and coordinates movement of cranes and set up. Air tugger placement and securement, fiar leads for hoist lines.
12. Adheres to all safety procedures.
13. Typically requires 48 months of industrial construction experience.