Rigging Lead
Listed on 2026-11-05
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor & Trades, Forklift Operator, Installation Technician -
Construction
Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor & Trades, Forklift Operator, Installation Technician
- Rigging Lead
Job Description
The Rigging Lead operates telehandlers, forklifts, and overhead cranes to safely load, unload, and move machinery and materials at the main site and in the field. This role focuses on equipment operation and vehicle driving rather than heavy physical labor, and requires a self-sufficient operator with strong rigging and material handling experience.
Responsibilities- Operate telehandlers, forklifts, and overhead cranes to load, unload, and move machinery, equipment, and materials safely and efficiently.
- Drive company vehicles to and from job sites, maintaining safe driving practices and complying with all traffic and safety regulations.
- Support rigging operations at the primary site and in the field, ensuring proper handling and positioning of machinery and equipment.
- Coordinate with onsite laborers to complete lifting, moving, and placement tasks while maintaining clear communication and safe work practices.
- Inspect equipment before use and report any issues or hazards to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Follow site-specific safety procedures and industry best practices for rigging, lifting, and material handling.
- Adapt to changing work locations and project needs, primarily working from the Cedar Park site with occasional travel to other sites.
- Assist with organizing and staging materials to support efficient loading, unloading, and movement of equipment.
- Proven ability to operate forklifts safely and effectively in a construction or industrial environment.
- Proven ability to operate overhead cranes for lifting and moving machinery and equipment.
- Experience operating telehandlers to support rigging and material handling activities.
- Clean driving record (MVR) and ability to drive company vehicles to job sites.
- Reliable transportation to consistently report to the Cedar Park location and other job sites as needed.
- Ability to travel occasionally while primarily working from the Cedar Park location.
- Rigging experience in outdoor, construction, or similar environments.
- Ability to work safely around heavy equipment, machinery, and active construction areas.
Skills & Qualifications
- Local to the Cedar Park area or within a reasonable commuting distance.
- Experience working in outdoor construction environments.
- Comfort working as a self-sufficient operator with minimal supervision.
- NCCER certification is not required but familiarity with industry standards and safe lifting practices is beneficial.
This role offers a contract-to-hire path with full-time hours and strong long-term stability. You gain access to great benefits and the opportunity to grow with a company that values safety, reliability, and professional development in the trades. The position provides consistent work, clear responsibilities, and the chance to build expertise in rigging and heavy equipment operation.
Work EnvironmentThe work environment is primarily outdoors in a construction setting, with most work based at the Cedar Park location and occasional travel to field sites. You will operate telehandlers, forklifts, and overhead cranes around active construction and industrial areas, following strict safety standards. The role involves working around union laborers who handle the more physically demanding tasks, while you focus on equipment operation and vehicle driving.
Work hours follow a full-time schedule, and you can expect typical construction‑site conditions, including exposure to weather, noise, and heavy machinery, with appropriate workwear and safety gear required.
This is a Contract position based out of Cedar Park, TX.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $33.00 - $33.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending…
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