How do they match: Riggers

  • Gear Repairer

  • Set up or repair rigging for construction projects, manufacturing plants, logging yards, ships and shipyards, or for the entertainment industry.

  • Fabricate, set up, and repair rigging, supporting structures, hoists, and pulling gear, using hand and power tools.
  • Manipulate rigging lines, hoists, and pulling gear to move or support materials, such as heavy equipment, ships, or theatrical sets.
  • Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials.

  • Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.
  • Communicate with coworkers to coordinate installations or repairs.
  • Determine types of equipment, tools, or materials needed for jobs.
  • Load materials or equipment.
  • Move materials, equipment, or supplies.