Mechnical Rigging Foreman

About the Role

The Rigging Foreman is a top-level, hands-on "working" position responsible for leading work crews in lifting and moving materials and machines using power-operated equipment such as hoists, winches, cranes, and forklifts. This role typically works without supervision, requires long hours, and may include weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in rigging and lifting to ensure compliance with safety procedures and method statements.
• Familiarize with heavy lift plans and procedures.
• Assist in determining the proper method of lifting equipment for each assigned project.
• Conduct basic loading of heavy lift projects by rigging customer equipment and ensuring proper use of equipment methods.
• Direct crew to move equipment to and from work areas.
• Optimize resources (manpower, equipment, and materials) to ensure efficient and timely project completion.
• Ensure work crews are properly supplied with tools, equipment, and materials.
• Prevent misuse of equipment, materials, and tools.
• Read, interpret, and follow procedures, specifications, drawings, and other project documentation.
• Maintain records of all completed work.
• Specify locations for machinery movement using knowledge of sliding and lifting methods.
• Enforce strict compliance with all OSHA safety procedures and company rules.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of rigging or heavy lift experience.
• 2-3 years of Foreman experience.
• Proficiency with basic computer skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as a Foreman or Lead.
• Safety training and certification.

Physical Demands

• Stand, walk, sit, and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Approximately 90% of time spent in external conditions, which may include temperature variance, elevated noise levels, dust, and fumes.
• Travel may be required, including possible overnights.

Work Environment

• Required to wear appropriate PPE equipment.
• May be exposed to extreme temperatures, fumes, or airborne particles.
• Moderate noise level in the workplace.