About Simone Structures

Simone Structures is a premier lifting, crane, and structural solutions provider across major commercial, high-rise, and infrastructure projects. We specialize in the mobilization, erection, and maintenance of high-capacity tower crane systems. We believe in developing our talent from the ground up, pairing newer crew members with seasoned tradespeople in a safety-first environment where you earn while you learn.

Position Overview

Are you looking to break into the crane and heavy lifting industry? Simone Structures is hiring an Entry-Level Rigger.

No prior crane rigging experience is required we provide direct, hands-on field and yard training. You will work alongside experienced riggers, crane operators, and technicians, learning how to safely rig structural steel, crane sections, and heavy mechanical components.

If you are physically fit, reliable, have a strong safety awareness, and are not afraid of hard work or heights, this is your launchpad into a rewarding, well-paying career in heavy lifting and construction.

What You Will Learn & Do

- Rigging Fundamentals: Learn how to select, inspect, and use synthetic slings, wire rope chokers, chain bridles, shackles, and spreader bars according to load weight and center of gravity.
- Crane Mobilization & Erection: Assist crews on-site during the assembly, climbing, and dismantling of tower cranes.
- Signaling & Communications: Master standard crane hand signals and clear two-way radio communication protocols to guide crane operators safely.
- Rigging Hardware Maintenance: Clean, inspect, lubricate,



and organize rigging gear in the yard and job-site trailers; identify and tag out damaged or worn gear.
- Site Preparation & Support: Assist with hookups, tag line control, staging materials on the ground, and maintaining a clean, hazard-free lift zone.
- Safety Protocols: Participate in daily toolboxes, Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHA), and job-site safety briefings.

Qualifications
- Attitude & Drive: Robust mechanical curiosity, a positive attitude, and a genuine eagerness to learn specialized trade skills.
- Physical Capability: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly, climb ladders, and remain on your feet in all weather conditions (rain, cold, heat).
- Heights & Open Environments: Comfort working around active construction sites and willingness to work at elevated heights as your training progresses.
- Reliability: Punctual, dependable, and equipped with a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to get to the yard or site locations.
- Communication: Ability to understand, follow, and repeat safety-critical instructions quickly and clearly.

Assets (Helpful, but Not Required)
- Previous experience in construction, structural steel, warehousing, yard operations, or landscaping.
- Existing safety certifications (e.g., Working at Heights / Fall Protection, or First Aid).
- Experience operating forklifts, telehandlers, or cranes.

Pay: $22.00-$32.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Rigger (Kelowna)
🏢 Simone Structures
📍 Kelowna