scaffolding worker; rigger; fitter
A construction worker who specializes in erecting and working on scaffolding, often at heights. The term is associated with traditional Japanese construction skills.
Scaffolding workers are skilled at working at heights.
The riggers are assembling scaffolding at the construction site.
Standard kanji spelling for a scaffolding worker or rigger.
Mixed kana-kanji spelling; common in practical contexts.
Compound of 鳶 (tobi, 'kite' or 'traditional firefighter/construction worker') and 工 (kō, 'worker'). The term reflects the historical connection between firefighters and high-altitude construction work.