Rigger Apprentice Trainee
MEI Rigging & Crating
- Are you interested in an opportunity to get your foot in the door for a Skilled Trades Career?
- Are you mechanically inclined?
- Do you enjoy troubleshooting an issue to fix a problem?
- Do you want to be paid while you learn important skills in one of the fastest growing industries in the country?
- Would you like to start a career journey that includes a development path with a growing national company? Who is MEI Industrial Solutions? Since our founding in the early 1990s, MEI Industrial Solutions has grown into one of the largest providers of rigging, machinery moving, millwrighting, mechanical installation, industrial storage, crating, and export packing services in the United States. Our day-to-day operations are guided by our shared values of integrity, respect, professionalism, safety, commitment, and results and this has positioned us to provide exceptional service to customers of all sizes ranging from Aerospace, Automotive, Construction, Data Center, Food Processing, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, and Institutional companies to every industry in between. Our people are our best asset, and we invest in training, support, and providing the proper tools needed to succeed. What is the Rigger Apprenticeship Trainee Program? MEI is tasked daily with moving heavy, expensive, and many times highly sensitive, equipment in construction and operating facility environments for customers both large and small. This type of industrial liability necessitates a dedication to safety, professionalism, and expertise at every level and at all times. The Rigging Apprenticeship Program has been developed by industry experts and is designed to teach the core rigging skills necessary for individuals without any knowledge of the machinery moving industry or without rigging skills to start a fulfilling career as a skilled Rigger with opportunities to advance and grow in the industry through targeted skills development and training oversight. Courses include hands-on training, activities, and assessments, which may be conducted in lab or field environments. Upon completing this multi-phase program, participants will have gained the proficiency in the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) necessary to perform in various Machinery Moving/Rigging positions. Skill Topics Included in the Program Physical Requirements & Working Conditions: Performing General Physical Activities -- Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials up to 50 pounds. Must be willing to work in an outdoor environment year-round. Other Requirements: Must be able to work in a highly functioning team environment. Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Take pride in your work and in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks. Know and deliver the quality service MEI's customers have come to expect. All candidates must complete pre-employment contingencies upon accepting an offer with MEI that includes a 5-panel drug test and a Criminal Background Check. Company Benefits: MEI Industrial Solutions provides a dynamic and friendly work environment, challenging and rewarding career opportunities, a highly competitive salary and an extensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage, Life & Disability Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Paid Time Off, Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, Referral Program This is a great opportunity, WE TRAIN YOU!! We are looking for good people who enjoy working with their hands, the work is physical but very rewarding when you accomplish something new that you never thought you could do! Our team says that they enjoy working for MEI because every day is different, and they get a sense of accomplishment doing vital work for clients. If you are highly motivated, love a challenge, and you are looking to be a part of a great team, please apply!
- High School diploma or GED equivalent
- You must be committed to learning and be willing to complete all assignments, tasks, and assessments required of you by the program. This includes any pre-work and homework assignments before or after related studies training seminars.
- You must be fluent in English (both written and spoken). At this time all training materials, assignments and assessments will be provided in English only.
- You will need to be present, in-person, (air travel, if applicable) for six, bi-monthly, 3-day seminars beginning in July 2026.
- Is willing and able to travel to training, if applicable
- MEI Safety Culture
- JHA & PTP
- Fall Protection
- Forklift Hand Signals
- Forklift Operation (<15K)
- Versa Lift Operations
- Forklift Attachments
- Equipment Securement - MEI Owned
- Crane Awareness & Hand Signals
- Pre-Rig/lift Inspection
- Knots & Taglines
- Non-Powered Tool Basics
- Power Tools Basics
- Ground & Floor Protection
- Basic Skate, Dolly & Pallet Jack Application
- Basic Jacking Application
- Basic Blocking & Cribbing
- Basic Machine Securement
- Basic Machine Leveling
- Equipment Securement - Customer Owned
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