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Equipment Operator

Barnhart Crane & Rigging
Barnhart Crane & Rigging Salary
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/5/2026
Description

  • Able to operate a variety of forklifts and heavy machinery.
  • Willing to learn and efficiently operate hydraulic gantry, hydraulic jacks, and various machinery moving equipment.
  • Controls movements of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces.
  • Able to load and unload forklifts and other equipment from lowboy, dovetail, and or Landoll trailers.
  • Must be able to perform equipment inspections and general preventative maintenance as needed.
  • Interpret load charts for equipment to ensure the equipment is being used within operating capacities.
  • Able to follow and understand signals or verbal directions from workers engaged in moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials.
  • Must be willing to assist in other rigging, jacking, skating, lifting, etc. activities as needed above and beyond operating equipment.
  • Must pass drug test, fit for duty test and background check
  • Must have a Class A CDL.
  • Must have OSHA 10
  • Willing to travel and work overtime as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Communication Skills
  • Reasoning Ability

License

  • CDL – CLASS A
  • NCCCO – Preferred not required

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

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