Rigger - Columbus/New Albany, OH Location - MEI Rigging & Crating

• Must be willing to work in a multi-craft environment.
• Valid Driver's License is required. 
• General labor experience preferred; commercial construction experience is a plus.
• Experience using hand and power tools; previous experience using forklifts and other construction equipment is a plus.
• Punctuality, dependability, and strong work ethic are an absolute must.

• Move large or heavy objects into desired positions, or control movement of machinery or equipment through narrow openings, confined or elevated spaces, or along routes that present technical or logistical challenges to the movement of these items.
• Select equipment such as shackles, slings, spreaders, jacks, hoists, pulleys, winches, levers, lift trucks, beams, clamps, etc., according to load weights, sizes, facility, environment, and schedules.
• Knowledge and proper application of rigging hardware and equipment including safe use and practices, daily or pre-use inspections, handling, and storage.
• Ability to safely and efficiently use a variety of trailers including tilt-bed, detachable, beaver tail, extending frame, curtain side, step decks, drops, and van trailers as appropriate for the purpose.
• Properly and safely load and secure items on trucks, trailers, or containers with load securement devices complying with company practices, procedures, and governing requirements.  Tarp as necessary.
• Ability to safely and efficiently use specialized heavy lifting and moving equipment such as lift trucks with forks, booms, or other attachments, extendable frame lift trucks such as Versa-Lifts, personnel lifts, manual and hydraulic gantries, sliders, jacking systems, hoists, etc.
• Understanding and ability to read basic load charts for cranes, lift trucks, and other lifting equipment
• Lift, slide, tilt, lower or maneuver loads into position over, under, or around obstacles using single or multi-point suspension techniques.
• Visually signal or verbally direct others engaged in the hoisting or movement of loads in order to ensure safe and efficient movement, especially with respect to a crane or lift truck operations
• Perform or assist in performing match-marking and dismantling or disassembling of machinery and equipment for relocation or reinstallation, and where required, perform reassembly or reinstallation.
• Perform basic estimates of weight and center of gravity using material weights and volumetric or square foot calculations
• Align, level, and anchor machinery using precision levels and straightedges.
• Ensure compliance with safe rigging practices at every step of the process
• Be able to understand and follow rigging plans and instructions, job instructions, and Job Safety Analysis (JSA’s) to complete the assigned work
• Perform all work with the safety of individuals and all those potentially impacted, as a top priority.
• Recognize and handle or treat precision and machined surfaces appropriately including protecting those surfaces from rigging, handling, and the environment.
• Perform daily inspections of tools, equipment, trucks, trailers, etc., as required
• Use effective interpersonal skills to communicate with and maintain positive working relationships with team members and external contacts, vendors, and customers.
• Contribute to the goals of the company and the leadership team as a whole.
• Properly complete all required documentation on a timely basis including Job Leader Reports, timecards, timesheets, additional work authorizations, inspection reports, DOT documents, etc., as assigned or required of your position.
• Abide by all company rules policies and safety rules and assist in maintaining the safest, cleanest, and most professional work environment possible.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and take appropriate actions, recommend process changes and initiate improvements.
• Be a positive role model for all team members providing support, and enthusiasm and creating a professional, positive work environment.
• Work additional hours in accordance with the business needs of this position.

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Possess necessary tools to perform primary duties.
• Ability to clearly read and communicate in English; both verbally and written; ability to read and understand English.
• Effectively and accurately complete detailed work with a sense of urgency; always keeping safety at the forefront and demonstrating safe operating procedures and work practices.

• Demonstrate sound judgment and ability to make logical decisions in support of business demands.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and communicate effectively over the phone and face-to-face building solid working relationships with team members and externally with vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, customers, and consultants.
• Use effective time management techniques and demonstrate the ability to prioritize and multi-task without negatively impacting performance or results.
• Demonstrate ability to anticipate and evaluate problems and situations and draw logical conclusions to make successful repairs.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently when required.
• Maintain composure and react professionally during times of stress.

• Must Pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Willing to complete a pre-employment physical.

• Walk, lift, reach, stoop, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, balance and crouch for extended periods.
• Operate machinery, motor vehicles, hand tools, and job-specific equipment and tools.
• Determine accuracy and thoroughness of work.
• Perform all work safely in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical be capable of wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hand, eye, and hearing protection, fall protection, and other protection as may be required by the task(s) being performed.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage, Life & Disability Insurance, 401 K Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Referral Program, Paid Time Off, Holidays.

From our founding in the early 1990s as a metal fabricator to our growth as one of the largest providers of rigging, machinery moving, millwrighting, mechanical installation, commercial storage, crating and export packing services in the U.S., MEI has had one constant theme: A commitment to outstanding customer satisfaction.MEI is driven by our corporate vision of excellence, market leadership, and enduring value and guided by our corporate values of integrity, respect, professionalism, safety, commitment, and results.