Job Description

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.

Job Summary: The SW District Manager is a senior field leadership role responsible for overseeing the operational and commercial performance of multiple branches within a designated district. This position ensures safe, efficient, and profitable execution of crane and rigging services across the Southwest region (specifically, Albuquerque, NM and El Paso, TX), while fostering strong customer relationships and mentoring local leadership teams.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary leadership liaison between the Albuquerque, NM and El Paso, TX branch teams and regional/company leadership, ensuring alignment on safety, performance, and customer satisfaction.
• Own district-level performance metrics, including operational efficiency, safety compliance, preventative maintenance scores, and Return on Capital (ROC).
• Lead and mentor the branch teams with a focus on continuous improvement, talent development, and succession planning.
• Direct and support customer-facing initiatives related to crane services, rentals, parts sales, and equipment maintenance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast workload, schedule resources, and develop annual business plans and budgets.
• Manage union and non-union labor relations as applicable, ensuring compliance with labor policies and best practices.
• Review and approve sales proposals, cost estimates, and service plans for large projects, ensuring profitability and risk mitigation.
• Conduct regular regional meetings and calls to share best practices and reinforce company initiatives and culture.
• Support the execution of annual inventory audits, quarterly sales bonuses, and training programs.

Required Qualifications:

• BS/BA in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in crane, rigging, or industrial equipment service, including field operations and technical support.
• Proven leadership experience managing multiple service locations and large field teams.
• Experience with general maintenance and repair of heavy industrial equipment such as cranes, hoists, lifting gear, or turbine-related systems.
• Strong communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills.

Barnhart Offers:

• Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience plus bonus based on results
• Deferred compensation program that shares the branches earnings
• $1 for $1 match on 401(k) up to 10% of compensation
• Company Vehicle, Computer and Phone
• Attractive Medical, Disability, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

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