Rigger, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Precision Lifting, Expert Teamwork – Join Prillamans Crane and Rigging Inc. as a Rigger!

Position: Rigger

Company: Prillamans Crane and Rigging Inc.

Pay Range: $24.00–$35.00 per hour (based on experience) + Performance Bonuses

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Hampton, VA

Industry: Heavy Equipment / Rigging

Prillamans Crane and Rigging Inc. is hiring three experienced Riggers to join our Field Operations team. This is a physically demanding, full-time, on-site position requiring hands‑on experience with rigging operations, crane assembly, millwright tasks, and machinery movement. The ideal candidate will be certified, safety‑conscious, mechanically inclined, and capable of working in a fast‑paced, team‑driven environment. If you’re ready to take your rigging career to the next level with a company that values hard work and loyalty, we want to meet you.

At Prillamans Crane and Rigging Inc., we are a family‑owned and operated heavy equipment and rigging company serving clients in the commercial, industrial, and federal sectors. We take pride in treating our employees like family, not just numbers. With top‑of‑the‑line equipment, paid training, and advancement opportunities, we offer a workplace where professionals can thrive and build long‑term careers.

• Safely rig loads for crane lifts and machinery relocation
• Use chain falls, jacks, and rigging gear to lift and position heavy equipment
• Determine center of gravity and calculate load weights for precise handling
• Read and interpret lift plans, site permits, and rigging diagrams
• Assist in building and erecting cranes on job sites
• Support millwright operations and equipment installation tasks
• Act as a signal person during critical lifting operations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and OSHA‑compliant worksite
• Work closely with crane operators, site supervisors, and logistics personnel
• Travel to project sites and work overtime or weekends as needed

• NCCCO Rigger Level 1 – Required
• NCCCO Signal person – Required
• NCCCO Rigger Level 2 – Preferred
• Minimum 5 years of rigging experience, including machinery moving and crane assembly
• Skilled with jacks, chain falls, and load balancing
• Understanding of mechanical lifting concepts and center of gravity calculations
• Ability to read and execute detailed lift plans and permits
• OSHA 30 Certification – Required
• High school diploma or GED
• Must pass pre‑employment drug screening and have no criminal record
• Good driving record required
  
  Must be physically fit and able to handle long working hours and demanding conditions

• Competitive hourly pay + performance bonuses
• Weekly pay cycle
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Company uniforms and safety equipment provided
• Life and disability insurance options
• Paid training, certifications, and mentorship opportunities
• Company events and employee recognition programs
• Travel project opportunities with per diem

• Full‑Time:
  Monday–Friday
• Overtime and weekend work may be required based on job site needs

• Onsite, various project locations as assigned
• Travel to job sites may be required

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Compliance Statement

A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.