Rigging Foreman — Lead Heavy Lift & Field Team

Barnhart Energy Company; Columbia, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Weekly pay

401(k) match up to 10%

Insurance after 90 days

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Barnhart Energy Company is seeking an experienced Rigging Foreman to lead field crews in heavy lift, rigging, machinery moving, and specialized transportation projects across North America. You will drive safety, schedule adherence, and quality execution from planning through completion, working closely with project managers and field teams.

The role requires 5+ years of hands-on heavy industry experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a willingness to travel and work overtime

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices and equipment operation.
• 5+ years in rigging, machinery moving, crane operations, construction or related heavy industrial work.
• Previous leadership, crew lead, superintendent, or foreman experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to direct daily field operations and coordinate personnel, equipment, and materials.
• Ability to maintain accurate project documentation and daily reports.
• Flexible schedule with travel and ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise crews supporting heavy lift, rigging, machinery moving, and specialized transportation projects.
• Direct daily field operations with a strong focus on safety, productivity, and quality execution.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and materials to complete projects safely and on schedule.
• Work with Project Managers to identify and resolve operational challenges impacting productivity or scheduling.
• Conduct inspections and ensure lifting, rigging, gantry, jacking, and machinery moving equipment operate safely.
• Communicate with customers, contractors, and project stakeholders in the field.
• Participate in pre-project planning meetings and assist with job execution strategies.
• Lead daily planning discussions and communicate work plans, expectations, and safety requirements.
• Maintain project documentation, inspections, and records of daily activities.
• Ensure proper care, maintenance, and utilization of cranes, rigging equipment, and lifting systems.

Skills

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Rigging experience

Machinery moving

Crane operations

Leadership experience

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Travel flexibility

Job description

Barnhart Energy Company is seeking an experienced Rigging Foreman to lead field crews in heavy lift, rigging, machinery moving, and specialized transportation projects across North America. You will drive safety, schedule adherence, and quality execution from planning through completion, working closely with project managers and field teams.

The role requires 5+ years of hands-on heavy industry experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a willingness to travel and work overtime