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Construction, Extraction, and Architecture
Oil and Gas Workers
Rigger

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

At a Glance

Rigger earns an average of $54,360/yr. Top skills: National Center For Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Certification, Supervision, Electrical Wiring.

Avg Annual Salary

$54,360/yr

Typical Education

Varies

Experience

Varies

Job Postings

N/A

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Riggers

Median Wage

$62,060/yr

Growth (2024-34)

+3.2%

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (15)

Electrical Wiring

4.8

Internet Protocol Telephony

4.7

Structural Steel

4.6

Shears

4.6

Packaging And Labeling

4.5

Material Handling Equipment

4.4

Plumb Bob

4.3

ASP.NET

4.2

Hoisting

3.9

Power Tool Operation

3.8

Riveting

3.8

Lifting Ability

3.7

Dollies

3.6

Welding Equipment

3.5

Mechanical Aptitude

3.4

Common Skills (1)

Supervision

4.9

Certifications (3)

National Center For Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Certification

5.0

Security Clearance

4.1

Valid Driver's License

4.0

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