Sullivan Industrial Services

Looking to Start a Career with Us?

Rigger w/ CDL A

Why Sullivan Industrial Services?

We’re New England’s go-to experts in rigging, machine moving, heavy hauling, crating, and warehousing. Founded by Kevin Sullivan, our family-led leadership ensures hands-on mentorship and swift decision-making. With state-of-the-art equipment & OSHA compliance, and a legacy of zero-downtime relocations, we uplift manufacturers, breweries, and industrial clients across the Northeast, and beyond.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Stress-Free, “Under One Roof” Solutions: From in-house crating to warehousing and transport, we simplify every project end-to-end.
Experienced, Collaborative Team: Work alongside certified riggers, millwrights, crane operators, and project managers who share best practices daily.
Family-Led Culture: Direct access to owner-level leadership and a true “open door” environment.
Top-Tier Fleet & Tech: Operate modern cranes, forklifts, skates, jacks, and specialty rigging gear.
Clear Career Path: Apprenticeship to Foreman—promotions driven by performance and certifications.
Rich Benefits & Competitive Pay: Hourly rates + OT, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) match, PTO, boot allowance, plus certification reimbursement.

What You’ll Do

Rig & Lift: CNC Machines, Brewing equipment, HVAC equipment, Demo, Lab Equipment and every thing heavy in between using forklifts, trucks, jacks, skates and other tools.
Position & Secure: Align, level, and anchor equipment; secure machinery on trailers; conduct pre-trip and gear inspections.
Operate Equipment: Drive manual tractor trailers, run forklifts, telehandlers, jacks, dollies, and trailers – learn new equipment as you advance.
Collaborate & Communicate: Lead or join safety huddles; signal operators; keep job sites clean, organized, and running on schedule.
Document & Report: Complete inspection logs, maintenance records, and daily work plans.

Who You Are

Rigger: 1–3 years’ rigging or machine-moving experience; CDL A + OSHA-10 preferred.

Ready to Elevate Your Forward?

Work with a team that feels like family and builds your future. Email contact@sullivanindustrialservices.com.

Details

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Health insurance, Health savings account, Military leave, Paid time off, Vision insurance

Experience: In Rigging – 3 years (Required)

License/Certification: CDL A (Required)

Ability to Commute: Bloomfield, CT 06002 (Required)

Willingness to travel: 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Jobs You’ll Be Working On

Precision Autoclave Rigging & Installation

 Enfield, CT

Expert Rigging and Heavy Machinery Moving in Enfield, CT by Sullivan Industrial Services for a valued manufacturing client.

Pieces Moved

1 Autoclave (75,000 lbs)

Job Time

2 Days

# of Team Members

Equipment Used

60 ton Crane, VersaLift 40/60, 100,000 lb capacity steering skates

About the Job

In Enfield, Connecticut, Sullivan Industrial Services successfully executed the precision rigging, transport, and installation of a 75,000-pound autoclave for a valued customer. This project showcased our expertise in moving oversized, heavy industrial equipment while maintaining the highest safety and efficiency standards, even under challenging summer heat.

Heavy Lift Coordination in Enfield, CT: Safely lifted and positioned a 75,000-pound autoclave using specialized rigging equipment.
Precision Placement: Carefully maneuvered the unit into a tight facility space, ensuring exact alignment for operational readiness.
On-Site Safety & Efficiency: Maintained full compliance with safety protocols while minimizing operational disruption.
Client-Centric Execution: Delivered a ready-to-use autoclave with minimal downtime for the client’s production schedule.

Key Tasks Performed

Receive/unload equipment:

Day 1

Rigging setup and autoclave unloading. We attempted to unload the machine but we were provided incorrect information and did not have the proper equipment to execute the lift and move safely.

Labor:

Equipment:

VersaLift 40/60, 100,000 lb capacity steering skates

Day 2 Delivery:

Successfully unload the truck, Transport and precise placement within facility.

Labor:

Equipment:

85 ton Crane, VersaLift 40/60, 100,000 lb capacity steering skates

Final Thoughts

Sullivan Industrial Services’ work on this Enfield, CT autoclave installation demonstrates our ability to handle extreme-weight industrial equipment with precision, safety, and efficiency. Our experienced rigging team ensures that even the heaviest and most complex machinery can be relocated and installed without compromising operational timelines or safety standards.