Riggers

Top 3 Rigger Jobs

  • Parachute Rigger - United States Army - Columbus,OH

    ELIGIBLE FOR UP TO A $22.5K SIGNING BONUS. Talk to your recruiter for details. As a Parachute Rigger, you'll ensure the safety of every paratrooper you work with by inspecting, testing, and packing parachutes and their associated systems. You'll be...

  • Project Manager - Barnhart Crane & Rigging - Columbus,OH

    Description: Provide oversight, evaluation and improvement of the efficiency of the project management team. The team is to adhere to the management principles as established by the Senior Leadership...

  • Airport Cargo Agent (Overnight Mail Agent) - Gat Airline Ground Support - Columbus,OH

    GAT is seeking dynamic individuals to join its team of aviation professionals.GAT offers a wide range of employee benefits to include major medical, 401K Plan, Dental, and Vision coverage. Classification: Variable Hours,...

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What Riggers Do

Set up or repair rigging for construction projects, manufacturing plants, logging yards, ships and shipyards, or for the entertainment industry.


Rigger Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 21,300
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $48,130

Job Outlook for Riggers

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 2,600
  • Growth rate: 12 percent (Faster than average)

How to Become a Rigger

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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