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Job Summary:

Alpha Rigging is looking for an experienced Rigger Foreman with a background in industrial rigging and millwright work to supervise field operations across diverse industrial projects. In this role, the Rigger Foreman directs field crews to ensure the safe, effective rigging, dismantling, moving, loading, positioning, and setup of heavy machinery and industrial equipment. Serving as the lead on-site supervisor, the Foreman oversees personnel, safety, compliance, equipment usage, rigging procedures, daily field operations, and client communications. As a hands-on position, the Foreman works alongside the crew while providing direction. Responsibilities include direct involvement in rigging, equipment relocation, machine assembly/disassembly, crane lifts, cutting, structural fabrication, and most important jobsite safety.. The Foreman must demonstrate active leadership, foster a strong safety-first mindset, and verify that all site work adheres strictly to safety standards, regulatory guidelines, company policies, and project specifications.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Field Leadership & Crew Supervision Supervise, lead, and work alongside field crews during machinery-moving and industrial rigging projects. Conduct pre-job briefings to review work scopes, safety hazards, rigging plans, and individual duties. Assign daily tasks, direct work phases, and train or mentor junior crew members. Oversee jobsite operations to maintain safety, productivity, efficiency, and organization. Maintain clear communication with management, clients, contractors, crane operators, and other site personnel. Proactively identify safety, operational, or logistical issues and document jobsite activities and equipment condition. Support management with estimates, project timelines, and site requirement planning as needed. Equipment Removal, Rigging & Material Handling Plan and execute rigging operations, selecting appropriate hardware, equipment, and methods based on weight, dimensions, access, and site conditions. Calculate load parameters and develop rigging plans for confined or complex lift environments. Inspect and maintain rigging gear, removing damaged equipment from service. Lead ground operations during crane lifts, including signaling, tag-line control, landing-zone setup, and operator communication. Disassemble, transport, set, level, align, and assemble machinery and equipment. Operate and direct the use of forklifts, telehandlers, jacks, skates, gantries, and other material-handling gear. Perform scrapping, cutting, dismantling, and metal removal safely in plant environments. Safety & Compliance Maintain responsibility for safe work practices throughout assigned projects. Conduct and participate in job hazard analyses, pre-task planning, toolbox talks, and other safety activities. Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to company safety policies. Follow applicable OSHA requirements and established rigging and material-handling practices. Maintain proper exclusion zones and ensure unauthorized personnel remain clear of active lifting and moving operations. Stop work when unsafe conditions or unexpected hazards are identified. Report near misses, incidents, property damage, equipment damage, and other safety concerns promptly. Ensure tools, vehicles, lifting equipment, and rigging gear are properly organized, inspected, and maintained. Required Qualifications Proven experience in industrial rigging, machinery moving, millwright work, and leading field crews. Proficiency in rigging principles, load handling, crane-supported lifts, and signaling. Ability to read specifications, drawings, and plans to evaluate load weights, centers of gravity, and lifting points. Experience working safely around energized equipment and performing electrical disconnection/de-energization procedures. Proficiency operating forklifts, lifts, telehandlers, cranes, hand/power tools, and cutting/fabrication equipment (welding, torches, saws). Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and meet physical demands (lifting, climbing, crouching). Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record; willing to work extended hours, weekends, and overnights. Frequent travel based on project needs.

Preferred Qualifications Certifications:

NCCCO Crane Operator / Rigger Level I/II / Signalperson, Welding Certifications, OSHA 30, and Class A CDL.

Project Experience:

Plant relocation, turnaround, outage, conveyor/press/production line installation, and structural work (iron, decking, reinforcing).

Environment:

Large-scale manufacturing, power generation, automotive, food processing, and other industrial facilities.

About Our Company:

Alpha Rigging is an industrial rigging and machinery moving company with a growing industrial service focused on equipment removal, moving, setting, installation, and machinery relocation. Alpha Rigging offers competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k), paid time off/holidays. Alpha Rigging is an Equal Opportunity employer and is dedicated to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Pay:

$35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Work Location:

On the road