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Hours Full-time
Location Watford City, North Dakota

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Job Title: Crane Rigger
Location: Watford City, ND
Pay: $22.00 – $28.00 per hour (DOE)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:
We are currently seeking a motivated and reliable Crane Rigger to join our team in Watford City, ND. This role involves assisting in the setup of cranes and rigging of equipment for lifting operations in the field. You’ll be part of a hardworking crew helping to assemble wellhead equipment, pumping units, and other miscellaneous oilfield equipment on location. We’re looking for someone with a solid work ethic and a willingness to grow within the company, including opportunities to earn a CDL and become a crane operator.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with crane setup and breakdown on job sites
  • Learn and apply proper load securement methods for safe and efficient lifting
  • Rig loads according to safety standards and job requirements
  • Use or be willing to learn industry-standard hand signals to communicate with crane operators
  • Support assembly and installation of wellhead and pumping unit equipment
  • Perform work outdoor and sometimes challenging field environments
  • Maintain a safe and clean work area, including tools and equipment

Qualifications:

  • Experience in rigging or related field preferred, but not required—we’re willing to train the right candidate
  • Strong desire to learn and grow into a CDL driver and crane operator
  • Physically fit and able to work in all weather conditions
  • Dependable with a strong work ethic and ability to work in a team
  • Willingness to follow safety guidelines and operational procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

  • CDL or interest in obtaining one
  • Previous rigging or oilfield equipment experience

Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly pay: $22 – $28 DOE
  • Training and career development opportunities
  • Pathway to CDL and crane operator certification

Team-oriented work environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:


  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance


Work Location: In person


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Posting ID: 1225646843 Posted: 2026-02-12 Job Title: Rigger