Tower Crane Rigger

To obtain a Tower Crane Rigger License in New York City, applicants must be at least 18 years old, proficient in English, fit to perform the work, and of good moral character. They must pass a Department-sponsored exam within one year prior to application and complete a Department-approved 30-hour tower crane rigging course within the same period. Additionally, applicants need five years of practical experience in tower crane rigging in NYC within the last seven years.
The application process includes passing both written and practical exams. Applicants must submit the LIC41 form with a $525 fee for the written exam and the LIC42 form with a $350 fee for the practical exam. After passing the exams, applicants need to submit required documents via the DOB NOW Portal, including the LIC2 application, background investigation questionnaire, experience verification forms, and various identification documents. A background investigation fee of $500 and a license issuance fee of $150 are required. Upon passing the background investigation, applicants must submit additional business documentation, depending on their business structure, to obtain the license. The business must be located in NYC and comply with zoning regulations. Approved applicants will schedule an appointment through the DOB NOW Portal to receive their Tower Crane Rigger license card. For detailed instructions, refer to the New License Application User Guide on the NYC Department of Buildings website.