high rigger

High riggers assemble and hoist temporary suspension structures on heights to support performance equipment. Their work is based on instruction, plans and calculations. Their job can include rope access, working above colleagues, assemble constructions to lift performers and lifting heavy loads, which makes it a high risk occupation. They work indoor as well as outdoor. They cooperate with ground riggers to unload and assemble constructions on ground level.

The most in-demand skills for this role include work ergonomically, provide first aid, write risk assessment on performing arts production, hang chain hoists, work safely with machines, use personal protection equipment. These are the skills O*NET identifies as most important for competent performance.

Our AI-durability model gives high rigger a score of 0.50 on a 0-1 scale (higher = more exposure). That places it at moderate AI exposure — some tasks are being automated but the role adapts. Learning to work with AI tools rather than against them is the path forward.