Basic Rigger class near Corpus Christi
Choose the in-person class if you need teaching, hands-on practice and help getting ready to test. Our Portland location serves Corpus Christi and the Coastal Bend.
NCCER Accredited Training & Assessment Center
NCCER Basic Rigger Training in Texas
Looking for a Basic Rigger course near you, a scheduled live online Basic Rigger class, or an NCCER testing location? Start here and choose the option that fits what you need.
Portland + Hubbard
Live online dates available
Hands-on practice
Assessment support
Real classroom and hands-on training at Rig Right Texas.
$1,000 total$250 deposit goes toward tuition
Two training daysMonday and Tuesday
Testing WednesdayAssessment and hands-on schedule
Two Texas locationsPortland and Hubbard
Start With the Right Option
Training, online class or testing only?
You do not need to read the whole page to figure this out. Choose what you are trying to do.
Live online Basic Rigger course
Join scheduled instructor-led training by live Zoom. Online students still attend the required in-person hands-on and testing day. Call for the next online start date.
NCCER testing location
Already know the craft and only need an assessment? Schedule testing at our NCCER assessment locations in Portland or Hubbard without taking the full class.
Basic Rigger Enrollment
Reserve your seat with $250.
$1,000
Total tuition. The $250 deposit holds your seat and is applied toward the balance.
✓Instructor-led Basic Rigger training
✓Hands-on rigging practice
✓Assessment and testing support
✓Small-class instruction for working adults
✓Klarna and Afterpay options through checkout
What You Will Work On
Learn the basics before you are expected to test.
This class is for someone who needs clear instruction—not a room full of slides and no help.
✓Rigging safety and jobsite awareness
✓Slings, hardware and basic inspections
✓Basic load-handling concepts
✓Signals and communication
✓Practice questions, review and hands-on work
Your Basic Rigger Instructor
Learn with NCCER-certified instructor Mike Sanchez.
Mike has 20 years of refinery experience and teaches Basic Rigger, Advanced Rigger and Signal Person training. He is known for clear explanations, encouragement and extra one-on-one time when a student needs help understanding the material.
Class Schedule
Know the schedule before you pay.
Choose in-person training or ask about the next live online cohort. Testing and hands-on requirements remain in person.
Weekly In Person
Portland Basic Rigger class
Train in the classroom and practice hands-on with the instructor.
Training: Monday and Tuesday
Testing: Wednesday
Location: 904 B Memorial Parkway, Portland
Tuition: $1,000
Scheduled Live Online
Basic Rigger class by Zoom
Attend live instructor-led training online, then come in for the required hands-on work and testing.
Training: Live Zoom on scheduled dates
Required: In-person hands-on and testing day
Testing locations: Portland or Hubbard
Next date: Call or text to confirm
NCCER Testing Locations
Basic Rigger training and NCCER testing in Texas.
Choose the location closest to your home or job. Call before traveling so we can confirm the class, assessment and practical availability you need.
Coastal Bend
Portland, Texas
904 B Memorial ParkwayPortland, TX 78374
Near Corpus Christi and serving Portland, Ingleside, Aransas Pass, Rockport, Sinton, Kingsville and surrounding communities.
Central Texas
Hubbard, Texas
201 NE Fourth StHubbard, TX 76648
Training, hands-on support and NCCER assessment options for workers and employers in Hubbard and surrounding communities.
Basic Rigger Questions
Clear answers before you register.
Where can I take a Basic Rigger course near Corpus Christi?
Rig Right Texas offers Basic Rigger training at 904 B Memorial Parkway in Portland, Texas. The Portland location is near Corpus Christi and serves workers throughout the Coastal Bend.
Can I take the Basic Rigger course online?
Yes. Scheduled live online training is available by Zoom. Online students still attend the required in-person hands-on and testing day. Call or text us for the next online start date.
Do I need the class if I already know rigging?
Not always. If you already have the craft knowledge and only need to test, use our NCCER assessment scheduling page. We will confirm the correct assessment and available testing location.
Is the online class completely remote?
No. Classroom instruction can be completed by live Zoom on scheduled dates, but Basic Rigger hands-on work and testing require in-person attendance.
How much does Basic Rigger training cost?
Basic Rigger training is $1,000. A $250 deposit reserves your seat and goes toward tuition.
How long is the Basic Rigger course?
The Portland in-person schedule includes training Monday and Tuesday, followed by testing Wednesday. Live online cohorts use scheduled Zoom training and still require an in-person hands-on and testing day.
What is covered in NCCER Basic Rigger training?
Training covers basic rigging practices, slings, hardware, equipment inspection, common hitches, load-handling concepts, signals, communication, practice questions and hands-on rigging work.
Do I need rigging experience before taking the Basic Rigger class?
No prior rigging certification is required for the class. The course provides clear instruction and hands-on practice for students who need to learn the material. Experienced workers who only need testing may schedule an NCCER assessment instead.
Who teaches the Basic Rigger course at Rig Right Texas?
Mike Sanchez teaches Basic Rigger training at Rig Right Texas. He is an NCCER-certified instructor and practical examiner with 20 years of refinery experience and is known for clear instruction and extra one-on-one support. View Mike Sanchez’s instructor profile and credentials.
Are Rig Right Texas locations NCCER testing locations?
Rig Right Texas is an NCCER accredited training and assessment center. Testing options are available in Portland and Hubbard, Texas. Call before traveling to confirm your craft, assessment and appointment.
What happens after I pay the deposit?
Your $250 deposit holds your seat. Our team will confirm your class date, attendance option, balance and anything you need before class.
Ready for Basic Rigger training?
Reserve the class with $250. If you only need an NCCER assessment, schedule testing instead.