The table below provides information about the number of workers in this career in various regions. It also provides information about the expected growth rate and future job openings.
Employment
Major employers:
- Ship and boat building and repair companies
- Federal government agencies
- Special trade contractors
- Temporary worker agencies
Outlook
Demand for this career is growing at about the average rate. Some industries such as construction are growing quickly creating more demand for riggers. Other industries such as manufacturing are growing very slowly.
Most openings will occur as a result of people leaving this line of work. However, it is a very small career and very few job openings are expected.
Riggers (CIS 100436)
| Location | Employment | & | Growth | >>>> | Annual openings | |
| This occupation |
All occupations |
|||||
| Illinois |
102 Very small |
& |
5.9% |
2.7% |
>>>> |
12 Very few |
| Cook County |
30 Very small |
& |
10.0% |
3.0% |
>>>> |
4 Very few |
| Du Page County |
11 Very small |
& |
0.0% |
3.7% |
>>>> |
1 Very few |
| Will County |
5 Very small |
& |
0.0% |
5.4% |
>>>> |
0 None |
| United States |
24,600 Very small |
& |
3.3% |
3.1% |
>>>> |
2,500 Very few |