Lift Planning & Rigging Specialist

Barnhart-Crane-; Owensboro (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401(k) match up to 10%

Benefits package including insurance

Career growth culture

Job summary

Barnhart is seeking a Project Sales Technician to provide technical support for lifting, rigging and heavy transportation projects. You will conduct site evaluations, develop lift plans, and work with sales, engineering and operations to design safe, effective solutions.

This role blends field and office work with travel to local sites and regional projects, ideal for those with crane and rigging, construction or industrial experience who enjoy solving technical challenges and collaborating

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in crane and rigging, heavy lift, construction, industrial services, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of lifting and rigging principles, equipment capabilities, and jobsite safety considerations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits and project assessments to evaluate scope, site conditions, equipment requirements, and execution considerations.
• Develop lift plans and technical documentation to support project planning and execution.
• Partner with sales, engineering, and operations teams to develop safe, practical, and innovative lifting and transportation solutions.
• Identify potential project risks and support planning efforts to ensure successful execution.
• Provide technical input for project estimates, equipment selection, scheduling, and resource planning.
• Contribute technical documentation and project details for customer proposals and presentations.
• Coordinate with operations and field teams to align project plans with available equipment, personnel, and resources.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, site assessments, and technical records.
• Participate in customer meetings and site discussions as a technical subject matter resource.
• Promote a strong commitment to safety throughout all project planning and execution activities.

Skills

Crane rigging

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade/technical education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lift planning software

Job description

Barnhart is seeking a Project Sales Technician to provide technical support for lifting, rigging and heavy transportation projects. You will conduct site evaluations, develop lift plans, and work with sales, engineering and operations to design safe, effective solutions.

This role blends field and office work with travel to local sites and regional projects, ideal for those with crane and rigging, construction or industrial experience who enjoy solving technical challenges and collaborating