Job Summary: Barnhart is seeking an experienced and safety-driven Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Inspector to support our crane inspection operations in Western Canada. This role is responsible for performing comprehensive inspections on cranes and rigging equipment to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and safety requirements. This position plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity and reliability of heavy lift equipment across a variety of crane types, including all-terrain, crawler, truck-mounted, and rough-terrain cranes. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and thrives in a field-based environment with extensive travel and client interaction.
Why Work for Barnhart: Barnhart is a leading provider of heavy lift and transport solutions with a strong reputation for safety, innovation, and engineering excellence. We offer a team-oriented environment where employees are valued and supported, along with opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Our commitment to continuous improvement and taking on challenging projects makes Barnhart a rewarding place to build a career.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform magnetic particle (MPI) and visual inspections on cranes and rigging equipment
- Conduct detailed inspections in accordance with CSA Z150 and applicable industry standards
- Evaluate weld quality, structural integrity, and compliance with governing codes
- Prepare technical reports, inspection documentation, and peer reviews
- Coordinate repair activities with maintenance teams and perform re-inspections on repaired equipment.
- Travel extensively across Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and additional locations as required
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships to support client satisfaction and business growth
- Provide technical expertise to support the expansion of NDE service offerings
Required Qualifications
- CGSB Level II MPI (MT) certification
- CWB Visual 1 (CSA W178.2) Welding Inspector certification
- Working knowledge of CSA Z150 safety standards
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively, including 2–3 week field rotations
Experience
- Inspecting multiple crane types, including all-terrain, crawler, truck-mounted, and rough-terrain cranes
- Crane inspection or heavy equipment environments
- Additional NDT methods (UT, PT, RT)
- Technologist diploma in a related engineering or scientific field
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.
