Rigging Supervisor

Position Summary:

The Rigging Supervisor will assist in the coordination of labor and necessary

equipment or tools per job or job specifications and may deliver and/or operate

specific equipment (powered and non-powered) necessary for the work. In

conjunction with site or regional office leadership, the Rigging Supervisor will

oversee rigging crews involved in delivering or retrieving equipment or materials

necessary for machinery relocation or securing equipment to prevent movement.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with planning and executing rigging work, including the coordination of

labor and materials and in conjunction with safety and managers, perform job

walks and job hazard analyses.

• Accurately estimate tools, equipment, and labor needed for each job or job site

requirements and coordinate resources so rigging crews can start or continue

work without delay.

• Inspect tools and equipment used for rigging and reject items showing wear,

thinning, cracks or potential failure points prior to issuing or approving for use.

Demonstrate the proper use of specific equipment, as necessary. Ensure tools

or equipment is returned / accounted for, clean, and ready for use.

• Assign rigging crews to various jobs, and oversee crew attendance, needed

skill sets and talents, and ensure crews are dispersed for work or no work (as

applicable) fairly and within Company or customer preferences and guidelines.

• Supervise crews to include directing work, issue corrective action or rewards

and recognition. May review and/or approve crew timecards and requests for

time off.

• Train and mentor entry-level riggers, Rigger Trainees, and others as needed.
• Perform all other duties as necessary or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education):

• High school diploma or equivalent necessary. A degree (Associates or

Bachelors) in construction, project management, or related field helpful.

• Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience performing rigging work required; Two

years’ of successful and/or progressive experience as a supervisor highly

preferred.

• Successful completion of OSHA 30 training; keep current with training

concepts as they relate to employee and job site safety.

• Understand and support MEI safety concepts and be able to instruct others

accordingly - including the correct use of Personal Protective Equipment

(PPE).

• Solid and professional communication skills, both written and verbal. Practices

active listening and critical thinking skills.

• Is self-directed and self-motivated; manages time well and encourages time

efficiencies from others.

• Possesses intermediate knowledge of a Windows-based computer and knows

or can quickly learn the necessary software; good understanding of Microsoft

Office (including Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the

meaning and spelling of words; able to keep legible records and logs in

English.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

This is physical, hands-on work. Must be able to perform General Physical

Activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and activities requiring

moving the whole body such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, or

crouching. May regularly lift items up to 50 pounds. Frequently uses senses

involving sight, smell, touch, and auditory. May work off the ground at varying

heights; must not be affected by flashing lights, noise, or moving machinery. May

perform occasional work in a warehouse or non-temperature-controlled

environment and/or outdoors over uneven terrain or with exposure to inclement

weather.

Additional Requirements:

Work with a Top-of-Mind Awareness for the safety of yourself and everyone at

the job site. Must be able to work in a high functioning team environment. Display

the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Take pride in your

work and in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance

in daily tasks. Know and deliver the quality service MEI’s customers have come to

expect.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of

work performed by a Rigging Supervisor and is not an exhaustive list of all duties,

responsibilities, and/or requirements. MEI reserves the right to change or modify

this job description or the essential duties of the job, as necessary.

MEI is an Equal Opportunity, M/F/Disabled/Vet Preferred Employer

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