Yard Lead

Help keep Barnhart's projects moving by coordinating equipment, managing yard operations, and ensuring every load goes out safely and on time.

Position Summary: The Yard Lead is responsible for coordinating the daily movement, loading, unloading, inspection, and organization of Project Equipment Group (PEG) and Memphis-based equipment at our 1701 Dunn Avenue facility. This role serves as a key point of communication between the yard and PEG Dispatch, ensuring equipment is prepared, documented, and delivered safely and efficiently to support projects across the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the daily loading, unloading, and movement of equipment at our Memphis yard.
• Work closely with PEG Dispatch to manage shipment and delivery schedules.
• Keep the yard organized, safe, and operational.
• Make occasional 'hot-shot' deliveries to jobsites.
• Operate forklifts ranging from 10,000 to 120,000 lbs.
• Complete and verify Bills of Lading for equipment entering and leaving the yard.
• Inspect equipment upon arrival and departure and report any issues.
• Help maintain accurate equipment tracking and inventory.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by Supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of forklift experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safety in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work overtime and occasional weekends when needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working with heavy equipment, construction equipment, or industrial operations.

License Requirements

• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to obtain a Class A CDL within six months of employment.

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 reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in North American industry.

NETWORK - Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry's strongest networks of talent and resources with over 70 branch locations across North America 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