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Nuclear Superintendent

Barnhart Crane & Rigging Co

Barnhart Crane & Rigging Co

Memphis, TN, USA
Posted on Aug 26, 2025

About the Job: The Nuclear Superintendent will professionally execute heavy lifting and heavy

transportation work in the field and at the yard, in keeping with company processes, standards,

and nuclear industry regulations. This role leads crews to perform safely, profitably, and with

customer satisfaction, while upholding the highest standards of nuclear safety culture and

compliance. The Superintendent is responsible for the safety, qualification, and training of their

crew, as well as adherence to site-specific and federal nuclear requirements.

Description:

• Demonstrate company Core Values and uphold nuclear safety culture in all work.

• Support sales by conducting job walks, assisting with estimates, schedules, and technical

input.

• Collaborate with engineering to plan lifts and transportation activities, ensuring

compliance with nuclear standards, engineered drawings, and site procedures.

• Lead and supervise crews in the safe execution of heavy lifting and transport work,

enforcing NRC/INPO/DOE regulations and ALARA principles.

• Monitor construction progress, critical path activities, and schedule milestones; anticipate

challenges and communicate plans to project management and superintendents.

• Ensure all personnel are trained, qualified, and compliant with nuclear site requirements;

provide ongoing coaching, evaluations, and skill development.

• Oversee equipment inspections, loadout lists, and mobilization to confirm readiness and

compliance with nuclear site standards.

• Maintain accurate field documentation, including daily reports, qualifications, and safety

records, in alignment with regulatory and company requirements.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, open communication, and professionalism

with crews, management, and customers.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• 5 years previous experience in construction supervision, with a background in nuclear

projects preferred.

• 2 years previous crane and rigging experience.

• Strong knowledge of nuclear safety culture, quality assurance, and industry

codes/regulations.

• Proven ability to lead and motivate field crews and subcontractors.

• Solid understanding of construction planning, scheduling, and resource management.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to interface effectively with

project management, engineering, and clients.

• OSHA and/or nuclear industry safety certifications preferred.

• Willingness to travel and work at nuclear project sites as required.

Barnhart Offers:

• Competitive salary.

• Bonus program that pays for performance.

• $1 for $1 match on 401(k), capped at 10% of Pay.

• Company Vehicle.

• Medical, Paid Time Off and Holiday, Disability, Life Insurance, and other additional

personal and professional benefits are available.

• Barnhart CARES

o The CARES program is the means by which we seek to care for our employees and

for the communities in which we work. To support our employees, we offer free

resources, both online and in-person, including some resources available to

members of their families. These resources support and guide our team members

as they pursue emotionally, financially, and spiritually healthy lives.

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