Lead Rigger
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Position Overview & Specifications
Lead Rigger
Three Way Logistics is an industry leader in material management, logistics, and comprehensive transportation services with proven accuracy, flexibility, and on-time delivery. Three Way is looking for a Lead Rigger for their Newark, CA location.
Position Summary:
The Rigging Foreman leads a crew of 2+ individuals in the field daily. They are the leader on site and are responsible for the entire crew in regard to executing the job safely, professionally, and efficiently. The foreman is responsible for communicating with the customer, updating internal customer service, and the rigging manager of progress or issues. The foreman is responsible for completing all paperwork for each job legibly and ensuring the customer is content with the work performed and job site is cleaned up prior to leaving. The foreman brings a level of expertise and performs the tasks as well with the team and does not just stand around directing. They ensure all loads and equipment are lifted and set properly, always demonstrating consistent commitment to safety. This position requires a Class C license, 2 years minimum experience driving a straight truck/bobtail, clean DMV (No major at-fault accidents or speeding in commercial vehicles), city driving experience in all weather conditions. Material handling is required. A background in Working with Semiconductor equipment and capital, Hydraulic Jack, Mechanical Jacks, Air bearing, Gantries, power tools, heavy equipment, slings, drilling, forklift loading a plus.
Essential Functions:
1. Lifting and moving of extremely large or heavy objects
a. Properly selects gear for the job
b. Attach and detach loads with all safety rules and regulations
c. Communicates and works cooperatively with all job present personnel effectively
d. Maneuver safely loads through difficult and confined spaces
e. Reports and escalates all concerns/situations to management immediately
2. Inspect rigging equipment to ensure it is in good working order
a. Examine daily and as needed equipment and tools for the job
b. Fix, monitor, replace equipment and report as needed
3. Sound judgement, initiative, tenacity, and flexibility.
4. Familiar with working on cleanroom.
5.Familiar with using toe Hydraulic Jack.
6.Familiar with using Mechanical Jacks.
7.Proper use and inspection of Slings (Multiple sizes and types).
8.Familiar with using Air Bearings, Hoses, Compressors, and Floor Covering.
9.Able to use and inspect A frame (Gantry) trolly and Chain Hoses.
Marginal Functions:
- Keep up-to-date and willing to comply with all safety standards.
- Understand and support the project team.
- Assist with the day-to-day situations in the field.
- Attend required meetings and training.
- Attendance is expected and must be reliable.
- Prepares and communicates reports as needed.
- Ability to travel for out-of-town projects as needed
- Other duties may be assigned depending on business needs.
Education/Knowledge/Skill Requirements:
- Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured as needed.
- Significant work experience as a rigger, 2+ years minimum
- Great Communication Skills.
- Knowledge of rigging equipment.
- Basic English communication skills (Bilingual a plus)
- Reliable and hardworking, with a team-player attitude
- Able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis and work extended hours as business needs.
- Familiar with working in a clean room.
- Crane certification preferred but not Required.
Three Way Logistics Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Supervising: 3 years (Required)
- Semi-Conductor Rigging: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CDL C and or CDL A (Required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Lead Rigger roles across Three Way Logistics, Inc.'s corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £32 - £40 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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