Rigger: Heavy Lifts, Field Work & Growth

Barnhart Energy Company; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

Permanent role

401(k) matching

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off

CARES program

Travel opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

Barnhart is seeking a Rigger to join a team that builds, lifts, and moves America. This hands-on role offers growth opportunities across wind projects and heavy transport, with a strong safety-first culture.

You will rig, signal, and control loads, assist crane assemblies and transport equipment, and travel to job sites. Expect 40-50+ hour weeks with overtime potential and the chance to develop skills in rigging, mechanical work, and heavy transport.

Qualifications

• Must have mechanical aptitude and be able to perform physical work outdoors.
• Willingness to travel and work varying schedules, including overtime.
• CDL Class A preferred or able to obtain.
• Experience with rigging, signaling, load control is a plus.

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

Physical strength

Outdoor work

Willingness to travel

Tools

CDL Class A

TWIC card

Rigger certification

Rigging experience

Job description

Barnhart is seeking a Rigger to join a team that builds, lifts, and moves America. This hands-on role offers growth opportunities across wind projects and heavy transport, with a strong safety-first culture.

You will rig, signal, and control loads, assist crane assemblies and transport equipment, and travel to job sites. Expect 40-50+ hour weeks with overtime potential and the chance to develop skills in rigging, mechanical work, and heavy transport.