Barnhart Crane & Rigging Interview Questions
& Process

The interview process was well-structured and professional. The questions were relevant, and the interviewers were engaging. Communication was very clear, and the overall experience was positive and insightful. Highly recommended.

You'll chat with the branch manager and operations manager. They start with some set questions, but then it becomes more of an open discussion based on what you ask. They want to make sure you know what the job involves and that you're both on the same page.

So, there were like two interviews. First one was with the Branch Mgr. Then a few days later, I had another one with that same Mgr and the administrator who was there at the time. They told me that if Barnhart higher-ups were in town, they'd join the second interview and grill me a lot to see what I knew. Which was kinda scary! They asked me tons of questions about how I work, my integrity, my organizational skills, if I can multitask, how I deal with pressure, and my work ethic. They also quizzed me on the crane business, especially Barnhart. I didn't know much, and I told them that. When I found out I was going back for a second interview, they told me to do my homework because they'd test me verbally on what I learned. So I researched everything – how they started, where, who owned it, who it was gifted to, their mission, their purpose, you know, the whole deal. And yep, they asked me, just like they said! Because I knew so much, I guess it showed I really wanted the job. They also asked a lot of the same questions from the first time, to check if my answers were consistent, proving my honesty. I did get the job and I'm working there now. It's a really fast-paced environment, much faster than other places I've worked. There's hardly time for small talk or messing around. I feel like I'm always behind and never take my lunch break. But honestly, that's probably more on me and my standards than them. I just need to chill and realize the work will be there. They expect a lot, but the pay is good, and my boss is amazing – super nice, down-to-earth, easy to talk to, trusts me, and is really kind. Keeping numbers good is super important in this business, and there's a lot of pressure to do that, which my boss handles like a pro. Oh, and this company is built on religious beliefs, which I like. No one preaches, but it's something to know. Also, if you're a woman used to a different kind of workplace, this is a man's world, not in a way that you're not important, but there can be attitudes you might not be used to. I didn't mind because I worked with truckers and farmers, so less 'niceties' is fine. Overall, it's a great place to work, and I see myself here long-term.

The interview process went on for over two months. I was told later that they were stringing me along and holding my offer while they made offers to other candidates. It turns out their favored candidates declined, so after two months they finally made me an offer. I now have deep regrets and am looking for a new job.