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Barnhart Crane and Rigging


Mechanic

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Recruitment began on December 18, 2025
and the job listing Expires on December 19, 2026
Full-time
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Job Description:

  • Responsible for performing PM and corrective maintenance on diesel engines, booms, electrical systems (including troubleshooting onboard computer systems), hydraulic systems (booms, outriggers, pumps), brakes and other basic components
  • Must have the ability to work on hydraulic and conventional cranes, forklifts, tractor trailers and miscellaneous equipment
  • Must work well and communicate effectively with operators and other mechanics
  • Competitive pay, company or union benefits
  • Full – time hourly position, excellent benefit package

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in crane maintenance with proven troubleshooting skills
  • Experience in crane operations (CCO is highly desirable)
  • Must work safely in a fast-paced environment – many times under pressure
  • Experience with Grove, Demag, Link Belt and Liebherr cranes
  • Experience in diesel, gasoline and propane engines
  • Proven ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics
  • Must have appropriate ASE certifications
  • Must have current CDL
  • Willing to travel for days to weeks at a time, sometimes with limited notice
  • Creative thinking skills to make continuous improvements
  • Willing to workday and night shifts, weekends and holidays
  • Basic rigging knowledge and experience in the heavy construction business
  • Must pass drug test, fit for duty test and background check

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 55 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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605-688-4425
Email
careers@sdstate.edu
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Student Union #136
1421 Student Union Ln, Brookings, SD 57007
Brookings, SD 57007

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M Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm  
T Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
W Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
TH Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
F Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm  

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Office of Career Development, South Dakota State University
Phone
605-688-4425
Email
careers@sdstate.edu
Address

Student Union #136
1421 Student Union Ln, Brookings, SD 57007
Brookings, SD 57007

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