Rigger Apprentice

What is the Rigger Apprenticeship 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 12-month program, participants will have gained the proficiency in the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) necessary to perform at the Rigger 1 level.

Skill Topics Included in the Program:

• MEI Safety Culture
• JHA & PTP
• Fall Protection 
• Forklift Hand Signals
• Forklift Operation (

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