Career Profile Riggers Education HS diploma or less This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $47,400 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Riggers set up or repair rigging for construction projects, manufacturing plants, logging yards, ships and shipyards, or for the entertainment industry. General Information Set up or repair rigging for construction projects, manufacturing plants, logging yards, ships and shipyards, or for the entertainment industry. Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Riggers Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 10 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 10 openings per year are projected for Riggers. +14.4% Employment Change Employment for Riggers is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 14.4% between 2023 and 2028. $22.79 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $22.79/hour. Entry level workers are paid $16.12, while experienced workers are paid $26.73. The median wage is comparable to average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 62 Riggers in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 71. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Riggers are Other Specialty Trade Contractors, Building Equipment Contractors, and Support Activities for Mining. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Riggers include Mechanical, Public Safety and Security, and Production and Processing. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Riggers is HS diploma or less. 0% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
