Apprentice Rigger Trainee

Program Overview

MEI Industrial Solutions offers a Rigger Apprenticeship Program designed to teach core rigging skills to individuals without prior experience in the machinery moving industry. The multi‑phase program combines hands‑on training, activities, and assessments conducted in lab or field environments. Upon completion, participants will have the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform in various machinery moving/rigging positions.

Company Overview

Founded in the early 1990s, MEI Industrial Solutions is one of the largest providers of rigging, machinery moving, millwrighting, mechanical installation, industrial storage, crating, and export packing services in the United States. Guided by values of integrity, respect, professionalism, safety, commitment, and results, MEI serves customers across aerospace, automotive, construction, data center, food processing, healthcare, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, institutional, and many other industries.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Performing general physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and whole‑body movement—including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials up to 50 lb. Must be willing to work outdoors year‑round.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Commitment to learning and completion of all assignments, tasks, and assessments, including any pre‑work and homework.
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken); all training materials are provided in English.
• Availability to attend six bi‑monthly, 3‑day in‑person seminars beginning July 2026 (travel may be required).
• Ability to work in a highly functioning team environment and demonstrate the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism.
• Successful completion of pre‑employment contingencies: a 5‑panel drug test and a criminal background check.

Skills Taught During the Program

• MEI Safety Culture
• JHA & PTP
• Fall Protection
• Forklift Hand Signals
• Forklift Operation (Versa Lift Operations)
• Forklift Attachments
• Equipment Securement – MEI Owned
• Crane Awareness & Hand Signals
• Pre‑Rig/Lift Inspection
• Knots & Taglines
• Non‑Powered Tool Basics
• Power Tools Basics
• Ground & Floor Protection
• Basic Skate, Dolly & Pallet Jack Application
• Basic Jacking Application
• Basic Blocking & Cribbing
• Basic Machine Securement
• Basic Machine Leveling
• Equipment Securement – Customer Owned

Benefits

• Dynamic and friendly work environment
• Challenging and rewarding career opportunities
• Highly competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life & disability insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral program