Millwright Rigger

About the Role

The Millwright Rigger supports construction projects by safely rigging, lifting, setting, and installing heavy mechanical equipment and structural components. The role works closely with crane operators, supervisors, and other trades to ensure installations are accurate, efficient, and compliant with construction drawings, lift plans, and safety regulations. • Perform safe rigging and lifting of heavy equipment using slings, shackles, chains, hoists, spreader bars, and cranes. • Signal and communicate with crane operators to coordinate lifts. • Load, unload, position, level, align, and anchor machinery and structural components. • Collaborate with other trades and site supervisors to ensure accurate installation per drawings and lift plans. • Maintain a clean, organized, and OSHA‑compliant work area. • Follow all company safety policies, complete required training (Orientation, CPR/First Aid, OSHA 10, etc.) and halt work if unsafe conditions arise.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸rigging
• ▸lifting
• ▸crane signalling
• ▸installation
• ▸safety
• ▸coordination

What You Bring

RK Mechanical is hiring experienced Millwrights and Millwright Riggers to support large‑scale industrial and mechanical projects where precision, safety, and craftsmanship truly matter. This role offers steady, long‑term work with a well‑organized team that respects the trade, provides competitive pay, and delivers strong leadership. Candidates seeking consistent work, a safety‑driven culture, and growth into lead or foreman positions will find a solid career path at RK Mechanical. At RK, “Self. Made.” is more than a tagline—it describes how work gets done. Employees build not only projects but also capability, confidence, and careers they can be proud of. With extensive in‑house design and fabrication, ideas move quickly from concept to shop floor to job site, fostering collaboration across disciplines and hands‑on problem solving. People join RK for the craftsmanship, complexity, and real impact of their work. In‑house capabilities let employees see ideas become solutions, providing clear visibility into how work is built. Growth is driven by challenging projects, mentorship from experienced builders, and opportunities that stretch skill sets. • Work in varied environments—including outdoors, confined spaces, heights, and adverse weather—and be able to lift/handle loads up to 75 lb.

Requirements

• ▸millwright
• ▸rigger
• ▸safety
• ▸leadership
• ▸problem solving
• ▸mentorship

Benefits

RK emphasizes an unmatched culture of safety as its core value, guiding daily operations. The company is recognized across construction, manufacturing, fabrication, and service sectors through numerous industry accreditations and awards. Employees enjoy competitive benefits, community investment through the RK Foundation, and development opportunities via RK University, accredited apprenticeships, and leadership training. • Receive competitive benefits, access to RK University apprenticeship and training programs, and opportunities for career advancement to lead or foreman roles.

Work Environment

Onsite