Riggers

Top 3 Rigger Jobs

  • Dock Worker/Forklift Operator - Starting Pay $27.50 - (Tues-Sat 7:00pm - 5:00am) - Old Dominion Freight Line - Columbus,OH

    Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment? Then Old...

  • Customer Service Rep Work From Home - Hire Standard Staffing - Columbus,OH

    Position: Remote Benefits Representative Company: American Income Life (a proud member of Globe...

  • Commercial Dock & Door Service Technician - OnPoint Group - Columbus,OH

    ApplyJob TypeFull-timeDescriptionThe CompanyMiner Ltd, an OnPoint Company, is an industry-leading service and equipment solutions provider with branch-based operations across the country. OnPoint Group is a fast-paced and ever-changing company and...

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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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