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M. C. Dean
Rigging 1
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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
Job Description
Overview •About M.C. Dean•M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence®. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration. •Why Join Us?•Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries. Qualified Riggers are asked to set up and repair rigging for the movement of heavy equipment. As a Rigger, you will be required to prepare the materials before loading, set up the rigging equipment, operate heavy equipment machinery, and dismantle the rigging after the job. You will also be required to communicate with the rigging team and ensure compliance with state health and safety regulations. To ensure success as a Rigger, you should have in-depth knowledge of rigging equipment, excellent spatial awareness, and good communication skills. A skilled Rigger is meticulous with construction and always aware of safety on the construction site. Responsibilities + Inspecting and preparing loads that need to be moved. + Setting, aligning, and leveling heavy equipment machinery. + Selecting the appropriate rigging gear. + Preparing rigging equipment including beams, pulleys, clamps, and bolts. Inspecting rigging before final use Monitoring and maintaining rigging equipment. + Maneuvering loads using heavy equipment machinery and by hand. + Ensuring compliance with state and company safety procedures. + Communicating with the rigging and construction team. + Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads, in order to ensure safety of workers and materials. + Breaking down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections. Qualifications + High school diploma or GED. 2+ years working with rigging. + Rigging 1 Certification and Signalperson certification. + Preferred Level 1 NCCCR certification. Familiarity with OSHA safety standards. In-depth knowledge of rigging equipment and heavy machinery. + Excellent hearing and vision. + Ability to work at heights and in noisy environments. + High-level mathematical skills. + Physical fitness and ability to lift heavy equipment. + Ability to work outdoors in harsh weather conditions. •