Rigger

Company: The Middlesex Corporation
Location: Kittery
Posted on: January 7, 2026

Job Description:

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America’s infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation. Position Summary: An ironworker is responsible for safely positioning and uniting steel girders, columns, and other structural members to form completed structures or structural frameworks. Responsibilities: Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety, first in everything we do. Read specifications and blueprints to determine the locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required. Set up hoisting equipment for raising and placing structural steel members. Hoist steel beams, girders, and columns into place using cranes, using hand signals and tag lines. Verify alignment and plumbing of steel structures and make corrections to erected structures as needed. Connect columns, beams, and girders with bolts following blueprints using various bolts, nuts, washers and torqueing. Qualifications: Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience with layout, connecting and rigging. Ability to work at all heights is a must. Ability to read blueprints, interpret symbols and abbreviations on plans and drawings. Prior rigging experience to include knowledge of hand signals, rigging gear, inspection and proper use. NCCER certification is a plus. Necessary Attributes: Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles. Team player and with good interpersonal skills. Self-starter with good verbal and written communication skills. Dedicated and hard working. We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.

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