Riggers
SOC Code: 49-9096 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Set up or repair rigging for construction projects, manufacturing plants, logging yards, ships and shipyards, or for the entertainment industry.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Riggers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, ND-MN | $108,347 | $127,254 | $146,141 | $165,048 |
| East North Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $48,838 | $76,003 | $103,168 | $130,333 |
| Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY | $67,558 | $87,568 | $107,598 | $127,608 |
| Grand Forks, ND-MN | $50,024 | $75,587 | $101,150 | $126,714 |
| Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area | $60,507 | $82,014 | $103,522 | $125,029 |
| Bend, OR | $74,381 | $91,250 | $108,118 | $124,987 |
| Eugene-Springfield, OR | $58,906 | $80,725 | $102,523 | $124,342 |
| Utica-Rome, NY | $59,384 | $80,808 | $102,232 | $123,656 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY | $70,470 | $88,005 | $105,539 | $123,074 |
| Glens Falls, NY | $70,470 | $88,005 | $105,539 | $123,074 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operation and Control | 3.2 | |
| Active Listening | 3.1 | |
| Coordination | 3.1 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.1 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.0 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | 3.7 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.6 |
| Production and Processing | 3.6 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.5 |
| Administration and Management | 3.4 |
| Design | 3.3 |
| English Language | 3.3 |
| Education and Training | 3.2 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 62.9% |
| Less than high school | 21.2% |
| Some college | 16.0% |
Typical Tasks
- Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials.
- Test rigging to ensure safety and reliability.
- Attach loads to rigging to provide support or prepare them for moving, using hand and power tools.
- Select gear, such as cables, pulleys, and winches, according to load weights and sizes, facilities, and work schedules.
- Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces, using chainfalls, gin poles, gallows frames, and other equipment.
- Tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver over, under, or around obstacles, using multi-point suspension techniques.
- Align, level, and anchor machinery.
- Fabricate, set up, and repair rigging, supporting structures, hoists, and pulling gear, using hand and power tools.
Technology Skills
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