Crane Operator

Join a Team That Builds, Lifts, and Moves America At Barnhart, we don’t just lift heavy loads — we solve complex challenges across industries. As a Crane Operator, you’ll play a key role in high-impact projects while building a long-term career with a national industry leader. What You’ll Do This role offers a mix of consistent local work with opportunities to gain experience across multiple pieces of equipment (AT, hydraulic cranes, and more). In this role, you will: Operate cranes ranging from boom trucks to 600-ton equipmentPerform daily lifting operations, primarily running cranesSupport crane assembly, rigging, and heavy haul projectsWork across plants, wind farms, and local taxi jobsAssist with transport operations including trucks, trailers, and specialized equipmentHelp ensure safe lifting through load control and communication with rigging crews Why You’ll Love This Role Competitive Pay + Weekly Pay SchedulePermanent, full-time role401(k) program with company match up to 10% of payFamily medical, dental and vision insurance is available after 90 days of employmentPaid time off and other benefitsBarnhart CARES family care and community service opportunitiesOpportunity to work on industry-leading equipmentLong-term growth opportunitiesJoin a company with a strong safety-first, team-driven culture Required What You Bring CDL Class ANCCCO certification(s)Strong commitment to safety and communication on job sites Preferred Experience operating AT, hydraulic, or boom truck cranesExperience in rigging or heavy haul operationsTWIC card Additional Expectations Ability to work day/night shifts, weekends, or holidays as neededWillingness to travel occasionally for field work Work Environment Monday–Friday with 40+ hours per week, with potential for overtimePrimarily local work, with project-based variabilityOutdoor, active job sites across multiple industries 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