Rigging Foreman

About the job Rigging Foreman Job Title: Rigging ForemanLocation: Milwaukee, WI, USASalary: $100kPosition Type: Full Time (Permanent hire)Industry: Audio VisualThe Rigging Foreman leads onsite installation teams through the preparation, installation, commissioning, and closeout of automated and traditional theatrical rigging systems. This role is responsible for understanding the full project scope, schedule, and deliverables, and for executing work safely, efficiently, and in alignment with company and industry standards.The Rigging Foreman serves as the primary onsite leader and company representative, coordinating closely with Project Management, Engineering, clients, and other trades. This position requires a hands-on leader who combines strong technical rigging expertise with clear communication, sound judgment, and a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesOrganizes, manages, and executes the onsite installation schedule and daily prioritiesLeads daily crew meetings to assign tasks, review milestones, and align on day-to-day objectivesSupervises and directs onsite installation technicians, ensuring efficient use of labor and adherence to project goalsCoordinates labor needs and resource requests with project coordination and operations personnelServes as the primary onsite representative to clients, consultants, inspectors, and other tradesLeads and documents daily safety briefings for installation teams and participates in all required site safety meetingsEnforces compliance with OSHA regulations, site-specific safety plans, PPE requirements, fall protection, and lockout/tagout proceduresMaintains authority to stop work when unsafe conditions or non-compliant practices are observedIdentifies, reports, and assists in resolving safety hazards, incidents, and near-misses in coordination with project and safety leadershipVerifies proper installation of automated and traditional rigging systems in accordance with engineering drawings, manufacturer requirements, and industry standardsReads, interprets, and applies CSI, architectural, and structural drawings and specificationsCommissions and configures automated rigging systems, including verification of system operation and safety functionalityCollaborates with Engineering and Project Management to resolve discrepancies between drawings and field conditionsInspects, tests, troubleshoots, and corrects installation deficiencies to ensure system performance and qualityAccurately captures and maintains red lines and as-built documentation reflecting field deviationsProvides daily progress updates, photos, and end-of-day reports as requiredCommunicates task status, schedule impacts, and completion milestones to the Project ManagerSupports punch list creation, tracking, and closeout activitiesCoordinates with other trades onsite to ensure efficient installation without impeding overall project progressMaintains clean, organized, and professional work areasManages job boxes, tools, and remaining project materials in coordination with warehouse personnelEnsures project equipment and tooling are properly prepared, checked out, returned, or reset between phasesWorks with project coordination, purchasing, and logistics teams to return unused materials and process RMAs in a timely mannerProvides comprehensive user training on automated and traditional rigging systemsAssists Sales, Project Managers, and Engineers with site surveys, evaluations, and pre-construction planning as neededPerforms other duties as assignedSkills & Experience RequirementsMinimum of five (5) years of field installation experience and two (2) years of field supervision experienceValid ETC Rigging Installer Certification with demonstrated experience installing ETC rigging productsETCP Rigging - Theater Certification required or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employmentHigh school diploma or equivalentOSHA 30 certification preferredStrong knowledge of construction means, methods, materials, and theatrical rigging best practicesAbility to communicate clearly and professionally with clients, crew members, project teams, and other tradesProven ability to lead teams, solve problems in the field, and make sound decisions under schedule and site constraintsAbility to travel up to 75% of the time, often for extended durationsPhysical Working ConditionsAbility to lift up to 50 lbs and work with loads up to 250 lbsAbility to work at heights, including ladders, lifts, trusses, and stage gridsPhysical ability to walk, climb, crawl, and work in confined or difficult positionsWork is performed in active construction sites, theaters, and occupied venues

Created: 2026-04-02