Industrial Rigging Manager

Nicolozakes Trucking & Construction, Inc. Cambridge, Ohio | Full-Time | Travel Required

About Us

Nicolozakes Trucking & Construction is a family-owned heavy construction and specialized services company based in Cambridge, Ohio. For decades, we have provided mobile crane service, industrial rigging, machinery moving, heavy haul trucking, excavation, and oil & gas field services throughout the region. We take pride in doing difficult work safely and doing it right the first time.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Rigging Manager to lead and oversee our industrial rigging, machinery moving, heavy hauling, and equipment installation projects.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands the work from the field level and is ready to take responsibility for projects from estimating and planning through execution and completion. The Industrial Rigging Manager will develop project scopes and lift plans, coordinate equipment and resources, lead field crews, work closely with customers and subcontractors, and help ensure every project is completed safely and effectively.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical knowledge of industrial rigging, crane operations, hydraulic jacking, jack-and-slide and skidding systems, machinery relocation, and equipment installation. Just as importantly, we are looking for a leader who can solve problems in the field, communicate effectively with customers and employees, and keep projects moving forward.

What You'll Do

· Manage industrial rigging, machinery moving, heavy haul, plant relocation, and equipment installation projects from estimate through completion.

· Conduct site visits and assist with developing project scopes, estimates, proposals, budgets, schedules, manpower needs, and equipment requirements.

· Develop and oversee lift plans, rigging plans, job hazard analyses, and pre-lift planning meetings.

· Determine appropriate rigging methods and select the proper rigging gear, hydraulic jacks, slide/skid systems, machinery skates, dollies, gantries, and other equipment for each project.

· Lead field crews during machinery moves, equipment setting, plant relocations, installation, assembly, and disassembly.

· Coordinate crane operations, including load weights, rigging configurations, equipment requirements, site logistics, and lift execution.

· Oversee mechanical assembly and disassembly of industrial machinery, including alignment, leveling, anchoring, setting, and reassembly of production equipment.

· Coordinate transportation providers, subcontractors, vendors, crane services, and customer representatives.

· Manage manpower, equipment utilization, project resources, and changing field conditions.

· Inspect and oversee rigging equipment and lifting devices to ensure equipment is properly maintained and used in accordance with applicable safety requirements.

· Promote and enforce a strong safety culture while ensuring compliance with company procedures and applicable OSHA and industry standards.

· Troubleshoot field challenges and develop practical, safe, and effective solutions.

· Serve as a key point of contact for customers regarding project scope, scheduling, progress, and field activities.

· Maintain accurate job documentation, time and material records, and project reports.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

· 5 years of hands-on industrial rigging, heavy rigging, machinery moving, or related heavy equipment relocation experience.

· Strong knowledge of rigging principles, load calculations, center of gravity, rigging configurations, and lift planning.

· Experience with hydraulic jacking equipment, jack-and-slide/skidding systems, machinery skates, gantries, and other heavy equipment moving systems.

· Working knowledge of crane operations, including load charts, hand signals, lift planning, and site coordination.

· Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with the assembly, disassembly, alignment, leveling, and setting of industrial machinery.

· Experience estimating industrial projects and/or developing project scopes, equipment requirements, and customer proposals.

· Ability to read and interpret equipment drawings, machinery manuals, blueprints, and site plans.

· Experience leading field crews and coordinating multiple project resources.

· Strong understanding of OSHA rigging, lifting, and jobsite safety requirements.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

· Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

· Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

· Ability and willingness to travel based on project needs.

· Ability to successfully complete required pre-employment screening.

Preferred Qualifications

· OSHA 30 certification.

· NCCCO certification as a Rigger, Signalperson, Crane Operator, or equivalent.

· Millwright experience or related skilled-trade background.

· Class A CDL or willingness to obtain.

· Experience working in manufacturing plants, steel mills, power/utility environments, oil & gas facilities, or other industrial settings.

· Experience with CAD drawings and/or project planning software.

· Previous supervisory or crew leadership experience.

Physical & Work Requirements

This position requires regular work in active industrial, construction, and manufacturing environments. The Industrial Rigging Manager must be able to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions; navigate active jobsites; climb, kneel, bend, and work at heights as required; and lift or move up to 50 pounds or more when necessary.

The position also requires comfort working around cranes, heavy equipment, industrial machinery, and active lifting operations. Extended hours, early starts, overnight travel, and schedule flexibility may occasionally be required based on customer and project needs.

What We Offer

· Competitive salary based on experience.

·· Health, Life, Dental & Vision Insurance

· 401k

· Paid time off and holidays.

· Training and career advancement opportunities.

· Stable, year-round work with a well-established local company.

· Challenging and rewarding industrial projects.

· A family-owned culture where experience, judgment, teamwork, and safety are valued.

Who Will Be Successful in This Role?

The ideal candidate is an experienced industrial rigging professional who understands both the technical and leadership sides of the work. You can walk a jobsite, assess what is needed, develop a safe and effective plan, estimate the resources required, communicate the plan to the customer and crew, and lead the project through successful completion.

You are comfortable making decisions in the field, addressing unexpected challenges, holding crews accountable for safety and quality, and representing Nicolozakes professionally with customers and project partners.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume along with a brief summary of their experience with industrial rigging, machinery moving, crane coordination, jack-and-slide operations, equipment installation, heavy hauling, and project estimating.

Nicolozakes Trucking & Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

No Phone Calls Please

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do have any engineering experience?

Experience:

• Industrial Rigging : 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,581 - $83,471