Rigger: Heavy Lifts & Field Projects | Growth Path

Barnhart Crane & Rigging; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Full-time role

401(k) with company match

Insurance: medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Barnhart CARES community service

Travel opportunities with per diem

Career growth

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Barnhart Crane & Rigging is seeking a proactive Rigger to perform rigging, signaling, and load control for heavy lifts on major projects. The role involves assisting with crane assembly, gantry systems, and hydraulic equipment, with travel to field sites across North America.

The position offers a permanent, full-time career with opportunities for growth, safety-focused culture, and benefits. You will work outdoors in industrial environments, supporting wind projects and heavy transport.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work outdoors on field sites.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical work.
• Flexibility to travel and work varying schedules.
• Preferred: rigging, construction, farmhand or heavy equipment experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform rigging, signaling, and load control for heavy lifts.
• Assist with crane assembly, gantry systems, and hydraulic equipment.
• Support wind projects and heavy haul operations.
• 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

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Outdoor work

Heavy-lifting (50 lbs)

Travel flexibility

Job description

Barnhart Crane & Rigging is seeking a proactive Rigger to perform rigging, signaling, and load control for heavy lifts on major projects. The role involves assisting with crane assembly, gantry systems, and hydraulic equipment, with travel to field sites across North America.

The position offers a permanent, full-time career with opportunities for growth, safety-focused culture, and benefits. You will work outdoors in industrial environments, supporting wind projects and heavy transport.