Heavy Lift & Rigging Trainee — 2-Year Rotational Program

Barnhart Energy Company; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

401(k) with match

Insurance after 90 days

Paid time off

Barnhart CARES

Industry-leading equipment

Long-term growth opportunities

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Barnhart is seeking a Lifting & Transportation Trainee to join a two-year rotational program across shop, yard and field operations in Memphis.

You will gain hands-on experience with cranes, rigging equipment and heavy transport systems, while rotating through fabrication, load testing, and job-site operations.

This entry-level role offers exposure to diverse industries and a safety-driven culture with strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Strong work ethic and desire to learn and grow.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work safely in a hands-on, technical environment.
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full training program.
• Mechanical aptitude or interest in cranes, rigging, or heavy equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 2-year rotational training program across shop, yard, and field operations.
• Gain hands-on experience working with cranes, rigging equipment, and heavy transport systems.
• Rotate through areas like fabrication, load testing, and job site operations (3–6 months per rotation).
• Learn to support real-world projects across industries such as energy, construction, and infrastructure.
• Build technical skills in a fast-paced, safety-driven environment.

Skills

Willingness to travel

Strong work ethic

Good interpersonal and communication

Ability to work safely in a hands-on

Desire to learn and grow

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Barnhart is seeking a Lifting & Transportation Trainee to join a two-year rotational program across shop, yard and field operations in Memphis.

You will gain hands-on experience with cranes, rigging equipment and heavy transport systems, while rotating through fabrication, load testing, and job-site operations.

This entry-level role offers exposure to diverse industries and a safety-driven culture with strong growth opportunities.