Riggers in Illinois
Riggers set up, maintain, and repair rigging systems—the cables, ropes, chains, and pulleys that support and move heavy loads. They work in construction, manufacturing, logging, shipyards, and entertainment venues, ensuring that equipment is properly installed and safe for operation. In Illinois the median pay is $81,860 a year, 31% above the national median of $62,640.
$81,860median pay in Illinois, per year
$68,210–$83,290middle half earn
120employed in Illinois
$62,640U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in Illinois
8open roles like this on employer career sites, 0 in Illinois or remote
3employers hiring
4posted in the last 7 days
VA · MD · CTwhere most openings are
What it takes
Preparation: Some preparation (usually high school; some on-the-job training). Most hold a high school diploma.
Skills that matter most
Operation and ControlReading ComprehensionActive ListeningCritical ThinkingMonitoringCoordinationOperations MonitoringSpeaking
Knowledge areas
MechanicalPublic Safety and SecurityProduction and ProcessingCustomer and Personal ServiceAdministration and ManagementDesign
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Riggers.
Licenses and training in Illinois
Riggers pay in other states
New York · $105,600Oregon · $94,470Utah · $93,640Maryland · $91,420Minnesota · $87,120California · $85,730Hawaii · $84,410New Jersey · $82,130Nevada · $81,720North Dakota · $77,890
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against riggers and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against riggers and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 49-9096.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Illinois, annual.