What does a Rigger earn?
On average, riggers earn around $62,020 per year in the U.S.. Riggers work with various industries including construction, engineering, mining, and farming in order to set up, operate and maintain a range of mechanical and electrical systems. Rigger duties may be centered around maintenance, repair and installation, and they may specialise in one or all of those areas.
How to earn more as a Rigger
To become a Rigger, you will need to study Mechanical Engineering or Physics and understand the principles of ropes and pulleys. Alternatively, you can gain practical experience working as a trainee on a construction site. To earn more as a Rigger, you could specialise in telecommunications or move into management roles and coordinate a team of riggers on a particular project. You could also become self-employed, or open a rigging business in your area.
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