Rigger

Barnhart-Crane-; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

401(k) with company match up to 10%

Health insurance after 90 days

Paid time off

Barnhart CARES community involvement

Career growth opportunities

Travel with per diem

Job summary

Barnhart is hiring a Rigger to perform rigging, signaling, and load control for heavy lifts on major projects across the country. You will assist with crane assembly, gantry systems, and hydraulic equipment, and you’ll inspect and prepare rigging gear for safe use in field operations.

The role offers hands-on experience with travel opportunities and a clear path for growth, along with a strong safety-first culture and team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills.
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Responsibilities

• Perform rigging, signaling, and load control for heavy lifts.
• Assist with crane assembly, gantry systems, and hydraulic equipment.
• Inspect, maintain, and prepare rigging gear for safe use.
• Help with equipment transport, including trucks and trailers.
• Work both in the field and on dynamic project sites.

Skills

Rigging

Signaling

Load control

Crane assembly

Gantry systems

Hydraulic equipment

Rigging gear inspection

Job description

Join a Team That Builds, Lifts, and Moves America

At Barnhart, we specialize in solving complex heavy lift and transport challenges across the country. As a Rigger, you'll play a critical role in major projects—from wind farms to heavy haul operations—while building a long-term career with real growth opportunities.

What You'll Do

This role offers hands-on experience across multiple disciplines with long-term growth opportunities. In this role you will:

• Perform rigging, signaling, and load control for heavy lifts


• Assist with crane assembly, gantry systems, and hydraulic equipment


• Inspect, maintain, and prepare rigging gear for safe use


• Help with equipment transport, including trucks and trailers


• Work both in the field and on dynamic project sites

Why You'll Love This Role

• Competitive Pay + Weekly Pay Schedule


• Permanent, full-time role


• 401(k) program with company match up to 10% of pay


• Family medical, dental and vision insurance is available after 90 days of employment


• Paid time off and other benefits


• Barnhart CARES family care and community service opportunities


• Work on large, high-impact projects across industries


• Gain experience in rigging, mechanical work, and heavy transport


• Travel opportunities with hotel, per diem, and additional perks


• Clear path for career growth and advancement


• Join a company with a strong safety-first, team-driven culture

What You Bring

Required:

• Mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills


• Willingness to work in a hands-on, outdoor environment


• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical work


• Flexibility to work varying schedules, travel, and overtime

Preferred:

• Experience in rigging, construction, farmhand, or heavy equipment


• CDL Class A (or ability to obtain)


• Rigger certification or TWIC card

Additional Expectations:

• Ability to work day/night shifts, weekends, or holidays as needed


• Willingness to travel occasionally for field work

Work Environment

• 40-50+ hours per week with overtime potential


• Travel-heavy role supporting job sites as needed


• Outdoor, industrial, and physically active work

PURPOSE - Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world.

MINDS OVER MATTER - Barnhart has built a nationwide reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry.

NETWORK - Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry's strongest networks of talent and resources with over 60 branch locations across the U.S. working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development.

CULTURE - Barnhart has a strong team culture -- the \"One TEAM\". We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran