Crane Rigger

The main role of a tower crane rigger is to safely hook up loads for all trades on site and be able to communicate clearly to the operator where, when, and why a load is being moved.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Work within a team environment and support a sound company safety culture at Westrich
- Communicate and work with Site Foremen and Superintendents to take directions on daily tasks
- Communication with other trades and coordination of lifts
- Be familiar with the lifting capacities of the tower crane; ensure no load is lifted where the weight is unknown
- Follow and operate under site-safe work procedures for lifting, lowering, or moving equipment\
- Communicate with the operator via two-way radio and/or hand signals during lifting and lowering procedures
- Ensuring that the loads are aligned in their new spot, properly leveled, and anchored so it does not move during use.
- Strictly adhering to safety regulations (swp) and precautions
- Ensuring that equipment/material from the loads are stored properly and is in good condition.
- Responsible for breaking down rigging equipment and storing it properly after he or she is done with a job, as this also enables him or her to set up more quickly when it’s time for another job
- wash out concrete buckets/ Chains are hooked up properly on the crane hook at the end of the shift/ Radios are being charged overnight/ Daily inspections of rigging/ equipment/ Fill out the Rigger log book daily/ Lock block test beginning of every shift
- Report all accidents or incidents immediately
- Participate in safety meetings and training sessions
- Maintain clean and organized work area
- Comply with all local, provincial and federal regulations
- Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors
- Perform other duties as assigned

**Skills and Abilities**
- Strong understanding of crane operations and safety protocols
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness
- Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and load charts
- Mechanical skills for routine maintenance and troubleshooting
- Communication skills, verbal and written, with the ability to work with a variety of people in a team environment.
- Ability to work within a team and independently.
- Demonstrate organizational and time management skills in order to effectively manage multiple priorities and competing demands within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrate initiative in recognizing opportunities for improvement and efficiency.
- Positive attitude and a commitment to safety

**Qualifications**:

- Must have 2 - 5 years rigging experience with tower cranes and/or mobile cranes
- Level 1 Rigging training certificate
- Familiar with large scale construction sites
- Class 5 drivers licence
- Fall protection certification preferred
- Whimis
- Registration as an apprentice Tower Crane Operator would be considered an asset, but not mandatory

**Rate will depend on experience**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- What is your expected wage rate

**Experience**:

- Rigging: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Rigging certification (required)

Work Location: In person